Reflection and Refraction

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What is reflection in terms of light?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface, such as a mirror.

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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 objects to appear larger or distorted.

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What happens to light when it is absorbed?

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When light is absorbed, it is taken in by a material and does not pass through or reflect off of it.

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What is a hand lens?

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A hand lens is a simple magnifying glass that uses a convex lens to make objects appear larger.

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How does a mirror reflect light?

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A mirror reflects light by bouncing it back at the same angle it hits the surface.

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What is the role of lenses in optics?

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Lenses are used to refract light, allowing us to focus or magnify images.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light, while refraction is the bending of light as it passes through different materials.

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What is an example of refraction in everyday life?

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An example of refraction is when a straw appears bent when placed in a glass of water.

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What does it mean for light to be transmitted?

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Transmission of light means that light passes through a material without being absorbed or reflected.

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What is a convex lens?

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A convex lens is a lens that is thicker in the middle than at the edges, causing light rays to converge.