Light Reflection & Vision

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What is light reflection?

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Light reflection is when light bounces off a surface instead of passing through it.

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What is an example of something that does NOT use light reflection?

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A USB memory stick does not use light reflection.

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How does light change direction when it hits a surface?

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Light changes direction by reflecting off the surface.

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What is a mirror used for?

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A mirror is used to reflect light and create images.

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What helps us see images that are upside-down?

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Our brains help us see images that are upside-down as right-side up.

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What is fiber optics?

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Fiber optics is a technology that uses light to transmit data quickly.

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What happens to light when it hits a smooth surface?

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It reflects in a clear and organized way.

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What happens to light when it hits a rough surface?

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It scatters in many directions.

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What is the role of our eyes in vision?

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Our eyes detect light and send signals to our brain to create images.

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What is an example of a device that uses light reflection?

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A camera uses light reflection to capture images.