Reflection and 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 is refraction in terms of light?

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Refraction is when light bends as it passes from one medium to another.

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Which best describes how light is reflected?

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A ball bouncing off a wall.

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What happens to light when it travels through water?

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Light rays are bent.

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What does it mean for an object to transmit light?

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It means the object allows light to pass through.

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What is an example of reflection?

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Seeing your image in a mirror.

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What is an example of refraction?

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A straw appearing bent in a glass of water.

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What happens to light when it is absorbed?

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It is taken in by the material and does not pass through or reflect.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

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Reflection is bouncing off a surface, while refraction is bending as it passes through a medium.

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What type of surface is best for reflection?

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A smooth, shiny surface like a mirror.

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