Light (STAAR released questions)

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What is reflection of light?

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Reflection of light is when light bounces off a surface, such as a mirror or a shiny spoon.

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What is refraction of light?

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Refraction of light is the bending of light rays as they pass from one medium to another, like from air to water.

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What does a telescope do?

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A telescope helps scientists observe distant objects by using lenses to magnify them.

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What is the role of the objective lens in a telescope?

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The objective lens refracts light to make distant objects appear closer.

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Why does a child look different in size when standing in a swimming pool?

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The lower part of the child appears different in size because light rays are refracted when they travel from water to air.

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What causes a fish to appear closer to the surface of the water?

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The fish appears closer because light is refracted as it moves from water to air.

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How does light travel?

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Light travels in straight lines until it hits an object or enters a different medium.

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What happens to light when it hits a smooth surface?

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Light is reflected off the smooth surface, creating a clear image.

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What is an example of light being refracted?

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An example is when a straw looks bent in a glass of water due to the refraction of light.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

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Reflection is the bouncing of light off a surface, while refraction is the bending of light as it passes through different materials.

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