Light Energy

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What is reflection in terms of light energy?

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Reflection is the bouncing of light off a surface, causing it to change direction.

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Light is a form of _____________.

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Energy

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What color do we see when all colors of light are absorbed?

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Black

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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, changing its speed.

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What is absorption in the context 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 reflects off a mirror?

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It bounces back at the same angle it hit the mirror.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

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Reflection is the bouncing of light, while refraction is the bending of light.

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What do we call the ability of light to pass through a material?

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Transmission.

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What color do we see when all light is reflected?

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White.

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What is the role of light in photosynthesis?

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Light energy is absorbed by plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.