Wave Behaviors

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What is refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another, causing a change in speed.

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What happens to light when it enters water from air?

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The light slows down.

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What is reflection?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface.

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What is absorption in the context of wave behavior?

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Absorption is the process by which a material takes in light energy, converting it to heat.

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What is diffraction?

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Diffraction is the bending of waves around obstacles and openings.

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What is transmission in wave behavior?

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Transmission is the passing of light through a medium without being absorbed.

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What is the law of reflection?

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The angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection.

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What is a practical example of refraction?

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A straw appearing bent when placed in a glass of water.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

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Reflection involves bouncing back of light, while refraction involves bending of light as it passes through different media.

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What is a mirage?

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A mirage is an optical illusion caused by the refraction of light in the atmosphere.