Reflection vs Refraction

Front

What is reflection?

Back

Reflection is when light bounces off a surface, allowing us to see images, like our face in a mirror.

Front

What is refraction?

Back

Refraction is when light bends as it passes from one material to another, like when a straw looks bent in a glass of water.

Front

When you see the lights on the floor from the ceiling, is it reflection or refraction?

Back

Reflection.

Front

When light bends, is it reflection or refraction?

Back

Refraction.

Front

When you see an image of a building bouncing off another building, is it reflection or refraction?

Back

Reflection.

Front

When you see your face on a spoon, is it reflection or refraction?

Back

Reflection.

Front

When you look at a mirror and see yourself, is it reflection or refraction?

Back

Reflection.

Front

What happens to light when it hits a smooth surface?

Back

It reflects.

Front

What happens to light when it enters water from air?

Back

It refracts.

Front

Can you see your reflection in a calm lake?

Back

Yes, because the water acts like a mirror.