Reflection and Refraction

Front

What is refraction?

Back

Refraction is the bending of a wave disturbance as it passes from one medium into another.

Front

How do we see the color red?

Back

All the colors are absorbed but red is reflected to our eyes.

Front

Why do we see the color black?

Back

All the colors are absorbed.

Front

What happens to light when it passes from air into water?

Back

Light bends, which is called refraction.

Front

What is the path of light as it travels through air, water, or glass?

Back

Light travels in a straight line.

Front

What is reflection?

Back

Reflection is the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface.

Front

What is a medium in the context of light?

Back

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

Front

What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

Back

Reflection is the bouncing back of light, while refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.

Front

What is the term for the change in direction of light when it enters a different medium?

Back

Refraction.

Front

What color do we see when all colors are absorbed?

Back

Black.