Light Waves Vocabulary - Amplify 8th

What does it mean to transmit a message?

• To send or convey information from one place to another.

• To receive information without any changes.

• To store information for future use.

• To delete information permanently.

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What is the definition of visualizing?

• The process of forming a mental image of something.

• The act of drawing or sketching an object.

• The technique of analyzing data visually.

• The method of creating physical models of concepts.

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What is the difference between absorbing and reflecting light?

• Absorbing light means taking it in, while reflecting light means bouncing it back.

• Absorbing light means bouncing it back, while reflecting light means taking it in.

• Absorbing light means scattering it, while reflecting light means capturing it.

• Absorbing light means filtering it, while reflecting light means transmitting it.

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What is the significance of light in photosynthesis?

• Light energy is absorbed by plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose.

• Light is used by plants to produce oxygen from carbon dioxide.

• Light helps in the absorption of nutrients from the soil.

• Light is necessary for the growth of roots in plants.

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What does the term absorb mean?

• To take in or soak up energy or information.

• To release or emit energy or information.

• To ignore or overlook information.

• To divide or separate energy or information.

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What is the role of light in communication?

• Light can be used to transmit information, such as in fiber optic cables.

• Light is primarily used for illumination and has no role in communication.

• Light can only be used in photography and not in communication.

• Light is used to create visual art but does not transmit information.

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What is the relationship between energy and light waves?

• Light waves carry energy, allowing them to transfer information and heat.

• Light waves are a form of energy that cannot transfer heat.

• Energy is not related to light waves in any way.

• Light waves only carry sound, not energy.

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What does it mean when information is transmitted?

• It means that the information is being sent from one location to another.

• It means that the information is being stored in a database.

• It means that the information is being deleted permanently.

• It means that the information is being analyzed for insights.

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What is an example of visualizing in everyday life?

• Imagining a scene or concept in your mind, such as picturing a story as you read.

• Reading a book without any mental imagery.

• Listening to music without visualizing anything.

• Writing down your thoughts on paper.

How does light travel through different mediums?

• Light travels at the same speed in all mediums.

• Light can travel through air, water, and glass, but its speed changes depending on the medium.

• Light cannot travel through any medium.

• Light travels faster in water than in air.

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