Properties of Light Energy

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What is Refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one material to another, causing objects to appear shifted or distorted.

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What is Reflection?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface, allowing us to see images, like in a mirror.

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What causes Refraction?

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Refraction occurs because light travels at different speeds through different materials.

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What is a Concave Lens?

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A concave lens is a lens that spreads light rays apart, making objects appear smaller.

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What is a Convex Lens?

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A convex lens is a lens that focuses light rays together, making objects appear larger.

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What is Transparency?

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Transparency is the property of a material that allows light to pass through it completely, making objects behind it visible.

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What is Translucence?

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Translucence is the property of a material that allows some light to pass through, but not enough to see clearly through it.

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What is Opaqueness?

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Opaqueness is the property of a material that does not allow any light to pass through, making it impossible to see through.

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How does light travel?

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Light travels in straight lines until it hits an object or a surface.

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What is an example of Refraction in everyday life?

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An example of refraction is when a straw appears bent when placed in a glass of water.