Light - Reflection and Refraction

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What happens to light when it passes through a hand lens?

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The light is refracted, which makes the image appear larger.

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What is the term for the bending of light?

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Refraction.

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What is reflection in terms of light?

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Reflection is when light bounces off a surface.

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What causes a rainbow to form?

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The refraction of light as it passes through water droplets in the atmosphere.

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What is a natural source of light?

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The Sun.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

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

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What happens to light when it hits a tinted window?

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Some light is reflected, reducing glare and brightness.

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What is absorption in terms of light?

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Absorption is when light is taken in by a material and not reflected or refracted.

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Can light travel in a straight line?

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Yes, light travels in straight lines until it encounters a medium that changes its speed.

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What is an example of refraction in everyday life?

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

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