Front

When light bends it is ______

Back

refraction

Front

We see shadows because light travels in a __________________ line.

Back

straight

Front

Why does the straw appear to be bent?

Back

light is refracted

Front

What do we call a material that light can travel through?

Back

medium

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Front

What is the best explanation for Mickey seeing himself in the mirror?

Back

reflection

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Front

What is reflection?

Back

The bouncing back of light when it hits a surface.

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Front

What is refraction?

Back

The bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.

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Front

What is a medium in terms of light?

Back

Any substance that light can travel through, such as air, water, or glass.

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Front

What happens to light when it hits a mirror?

Back

It reflects back, allowing us to see an image.

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Front

What is the angle of incidence?

Back

The angle between the incoming light ray and the normal line at the surface.

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