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What is reflection in terms of light?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface.

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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.

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What happens to light when it hits a mirror?

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Light is reflected off the surface of the mirror.

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What is the speed of light in a vacuum?

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The speed of light in a vacuum is approximately 299,792 kilometers per second.

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What are the two main properties of light?

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Light travels in straight lines and can be reflected or refracted.

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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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What is an example of reflection in everyday life?

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Seeing your image in a calm body of water or a mirror.

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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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What is the principle of light that allows us to see objects?

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Light travels from a source, reflects off objects, and enters our eyes.

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What is the term for light that is not absorbed but bounces back?

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Reflection.