Light and Matter

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What is Refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of light waves as they pass from one medium to another, causing the light to change direction and speed.

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What type of wave requires a medium to travel?

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Sound waves require a medium (like air, water, or solids) to travel.

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What do light and sound waves transfer?

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Light and sound waves transfer energy but not matter.

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Which material reflects the most light?

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A mirror reflects the most light compared to other materials.

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What happens to sunlight when it hits a window?

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The sunlight is transmitted through the window.

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What is Reflection?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light waves when they hit a surface.

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What is Absorption in terms of light?

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Absorption is when light waves are taken in by a material and converted to other forms of energy, like heat.

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What is Opaque?

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An opaque material does not allow light to pass through it.

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What is Transmission?

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Transmission is the process of light passing through a medium without being absorbed.

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What is the difference between transparent and translucent materials?

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Transparent materials allow light to pass through clearly, while translucent materials allow some light to pass but scatter it.

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