TEKS 5.6 Light

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What happens to light when it is reflected?

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Light bounces off a surface, allowing us to see images in shiny surfaces.

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What is a mirror?

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A very smooth surface that clearly reflects light to form a virtual image.

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What is refraction?

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The bending of light as it passes through different materials, making objects appear larger or distorted.

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How does a hand lens work?

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A hand lens bends light passing through it, making small objects appear larger.

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What is absorption in terms of light?

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When light is taken in by a material and not reflected or transmitted.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

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Reflection is when light bounces off a surface, while refraction is when light bends as it passes through a medium.

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What is a virtual image?

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An image formed by light rays that appear to diverge from a point, such as the image seen in a mirror.

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What does it mean for light to be stopped?

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Light is prevented from passing through or being reflected by an object.

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What is a hand lens?

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A simple magnifying glass that helps to enlarge the appearance of small objects.

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What is the role of a magnifying glass?

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To bend light and make small objects appear larger.