Dungeon Boss: Evidence #1

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What is a scientific law?

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A scientific law is a description of a phenomenon, often expressed mathematically, that consistently occurs under specific conditions.

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What is spectroscopy?

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Spectroscopy is the process of breaking up light to learn about its properties.

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What elements were formed by the Big Bang?

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The Big Bang formed Hydrogen, Helium, and Lithium.

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How do light waves change as an object moves away?

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As an object moves away, light waves have a lower frequency and longer wavelength.

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What does frequency refer to in light spectra?

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Frequency refers to the number of waves that pass a point in one second.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

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

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What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

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The electromagnetic spectrum is the range of all types of electromagnetic radiation, including visible light, radio waves, and X-rays.

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What is the Doppler effect?

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The Doppler effect is the change in frequency or wavelength of a wave in relation to an observer moving relative to the wave source.

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What is the relationship between wavelength and energy of light?

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Shorter wavelengths of light have higher energy, while longer wavelengths have lower energy.

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What is a photon?

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A photon is a particle of light that carries energy and has no mass.