Reflection and Refraction

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What is Reflection?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light rays when they hit a surface. For example, when you look in a mirror, you see your reflection.

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What is Refraction?

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

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What happens to light when it hits a smooth surface?

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The light rays bounce back in a predictable way, which is called reflection.

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What happens to light when it enters water from air?

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The light rays bend, which is known as refraction.

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What is a Medium in terms of light?

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A medium is a substance through which light travels, such as air, water, or glass.

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What is a Reflector?

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A reflector is an object that reflects light, such as a mirror or shiny surface.

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What is a Transmitter?

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A transmitter is an object that allows light to pass through it, like clear glass.

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What is an example of Reflection?

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Seeing your image in a calm lake or a mirror.

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What is an example of Refraction?

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A straw appearing bent when placed in a glass of water.

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How does light travel in air?

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Light travels in straight lines in air.