Reflection and Refraction

Front

What does it mean to reflect?

Back

To bounce off.

Front

What happens to light when it passes through a lens?

Back

It bends, which is called refraction.

Front

What is a prism?

Back

A transparent object that separates white light into different colors.

Front

What happens to a light ray when it strikes an object?

Back

It can be absorbed, stopped, reflected, or refracted.

Front

What is reflection?

Back

The bouncing of light off an object.

Front

What is refraction?

Back

The bending of light when it moves from one medium to another.

Front

How does a mirror work?

Back

A mirror reflects light, allowing us to see our image.

Front

What is the difference between transparent, translucent, and opaque?

Back

Transparent allows light to pass through clearly, translucent allows some light to pass, and opaque does not allow light to pass.

Front

What is an example of refraction in everyday life?

Back

A straw appearing bent when placed in a glass of water.

Front

What is the law of reflection?

Back

The angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection.