light energy

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is a form of energy that allows us to see things.

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What happens to light when it passes through water?

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Light bends or changes direction, which is called refraction.

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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.

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What is reflection?

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Reflection is when light bounces off a surface.

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What does translucent mean?

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Translucent means that some light can pass through, but not all.

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What is an example of a translucent object?

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Frosted glass is an example of a translucent object.

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What is an example of a transparent object?

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Clear glass is an example of a transparent object.

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What is an example of an opaque object?

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A wooden table is an example of an opaque object.

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What is the difference between transparent and opaque?

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Transparent objects allow light to pass through, while opaque objects do not.

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What is light reflection?

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Light reflection occurs when light hits a shiny surface and bounces back.