Light Energy

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is a form of energy that travels in waves and can be seen by the human eye.

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What happens to light when it hits a mirror?

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The light will reflect off the mirror.

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What does it mean to reflect light?

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To reflect light means that light bounces off a surface instead of passing through it.

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What is refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one material to another.

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What is absorption in terms of light?

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Absorption is when light is taken in by an object and does not pass through or reflect.

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Can light travel in a straight line?

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Yes, light travels in a straight line until it hits an object.

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What is a prism?

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A prism is a transparent object that can bend and separate light into different colors.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

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Reflection is when light bounces off a surface, while refraction is when light bends as it passes through a different medium.

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What is an example of light being absorbed?

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A black shirt absorbs more light and heat than a white shirt.

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What is the role of light in photosynthesis?

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Light energy is used by plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.