Light- Reflection, Refraction, and Absorption

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What is Refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another, causing it to change speed.

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What is Reflection?

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

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What causes a rainbow?

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A rainbow is formed by the refraction, reflection, and dispersion of light in water droplets.

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What is Absorption of Light?

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Absorption is when light is taken in by a material and not reflected or transmitted.

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What happens to light when it hits a mirror?

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Light reflects off a mirror, allowing us to see our image.

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What is a Lens?

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A lens is a transparent object that refracts light to focus or disperse it.

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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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What is Total Internal Reflection?

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Total internal reflection occurs when light hits a boundary at a steep angle and reflects completely back into the medium.

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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 a Prism?

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A prism is a transparent optical element that refracts light, often creating a spectrum of colors.