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What is light?

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Light is a form of energy that makes things visible.

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What object gives off light by itself?

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A light bulb is an example of an object that gives off light by itself.

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What is a source of natural light?

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The sun is a natural source of light.

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What does it mean for an object to reflect light?

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To reflect light means to bounce light off the surface of an object.

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What type of objects reflect light?

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Smooth and shiny objects, like a clear pond or mirror, reflect light.

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What is a transparent object?

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A transparent object is one that allows light to pass through it, like clear glass.

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What is a translucent object?

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A translucent object allows some light to pass through, but not all, like frosted glass.

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What is an opaque object?

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An opaque object does not allow light to pass through it, like a rock.

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What happens when light hits a mirror?

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When light hits a mirror, it reflects back.

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What is a shadow?

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A shadow is a dark area created when an object blocks light.

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