Reflection, Transmission, and Absorption

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What is reflection in terms of light waves?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light waves when they hit a surface that does not absorb the light.

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What is refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of light waves as they pass from one medium to another, changing their speed.

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What is absorption in the context of light?

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Absorption is the process by which a material takes in light waves, converting them into other forms of energy, such as heat.

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What happens to light waves when they pass from air into water?

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Light waves bend as they pass from air into water due to a change in speed.

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What color does an object appear if it reflects all visible light?

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White.

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What is transmission in wave behavior?

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Transmission is the process of waves passing through a material without being absorbed or reflected.

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Why do sound studios use soft materials on walls?

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To prevent sound waves from bouncing back, which can create echoes and distort sound quality.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

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Reflection involves bouncing back of light waves, while refraction involves bending of light waves as they enter a new medium.

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What is the effect of a prism on light?

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A prism refracts light, separating it into its component colors.

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What is the significance of the angle of incidence in reflection?

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The angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection, determining how light bounces off a surface.

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