Light Energy

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is a form of energy that travels in waves and can be seen by the human eye.

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What happens to light when it hits a mirror?

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It reflects.

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What is reflection in terms of light?

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Reflection is when light bounces off a surface.

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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 does it mean for light to be absorbed?

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Absorption is when light is taken in by an object and not reflected or transmitted.

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Can light create heat?

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Yes, light can create heat when it is absorbed by an object.

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What is a prism?

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A prism is a transparent object that can bend and separate light into different colors.

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What is the path of light?

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Light travels in straight lines until it hits an object.

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What is the difference between reflection and absorption?

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Reflection is when light bounces off an object, while absorption is when light is taken in by an object.

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What is an example of light being refracted?

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A straw looks bent when placed in a glass of water due to refraction.