Wave Behavior

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What is wave behavior?

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Wave behavior refers to how waves interact with different mediums and obstacles, including reflection, refraction, absorption, and diffraction.

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What is Reflection?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of waves when they hit a barrier or surface.

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What is Refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of waves as they enter a new medium at an angle.

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What is Absorption?

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Absorption is the process by which waves are taken in by a material and converted to other forms of energy.

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What is Diffraction?

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Diffraction is the spreading out of waves when they pass through a narrow opening or around obstacles.

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What happens to light when it reflects off a mirror?

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The light bounces back at the same angle it hit the mirror, demonstrating reflection.

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How does a straw appear broken in a glass of water?

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The bending of light waves as they move from air to water causes the straw to appear broken, demonstrating refraction.

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What is the difference between constructive and destructive interference?

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Constructive interference occurs when waves combine to make a larger wave, while destructive interference occurs when waves combine to cancel each other out.

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What is the law of reflection?

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The law of reflection states that the angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection.

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What is an example of absorption in everyday life?

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A sponge soaking up water is an example of absorption.