DCP #2 Review

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What is reflection?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface, such as a mirror.

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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, like from air to water.

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What is transmission in terms of light?

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

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What is absorption in terms of light?

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Absorption is when light is taken in by a material and converted to other forms of energy, like heat.

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What happens when you turn one battery so that its positive end connects to another battery's negative end?

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This creates a complete circuit, allowing electric current to flow and light up the bulb.

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What does spinning a globe once represent?

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Spinning a globe once represents 1 day or 24 hours.

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What happens to shadows when the sun gets higher in the sky?

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Shadows get shorter as the sun rises higher.

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What is solubility?

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Solubility is the ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent, such as water.

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What is an electric circuit?

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An electric circuit is a closed loop that allows electric current to flow, typically including a power source, wires, and a load like a lightbulb.

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What is the role of a switch in an electric circuit?

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A switch controls the flow of electricity in a circuit, allowing it to be turned on or off.