This type of wave movement happens when waves change speed as they change mediums.

What does a wave carry from place to place?

Imagine you're at a funhouse in an amusement park. You see light waves bouncing off a mirror and into the eyes of different people. Can you guess what type of wave movement this is?

Imagine you're a tiny particle, surfing on a wave. Suddenly, you're passing through a piece of plastic and you feel yourself bending! What kind of wave movement are you experiencing?

Let's play a fun game! Can you guess which of these figures is playing 'mirror mirror on the wall' and representing reflection?

Let's play a fun game! Can you tell me which of these options represents the phenomenon of refraction?

Imagine you're standing under the bright, warm sun. Your body starts to heat up as it soaks in the sun's rays. Can you guess what type of wave movement is happening here?

Whoa! That straw in your drink looks like it's snapped in half! But wait, it's not really broken, it's just the waves bending as they zip through the water. Can you guess what this cool wave movement is called?

Imagine you're a tiny particle and you've just hit a wall! What kind of wave movement just happened?

Imagine you're on a serene lake, surrounded by majestic mountains. As you gaze into the water, you see a perfect mirrored image of the mountains. This magical sight is possible because light waves are bouncing off the water's surface. Can you guess what type of wave movement this is?

Imagine you're a tiny particle riding on a light wave. You're zooming along and suddenly you hit a block of glass. You feel yourself bend and change direction. What's this wild ride called?

Imagine you're a secret agent and you're using a laser to bounce off a mirror to disable a security system. What type of wave movement is this?

Imagine you're a tiny particle, surfing on a wave! This type of wave movement happens when you, the wave, move through a medium without being affected. What's it called?

Imagine you're chilling at your favorite coffee shop, sipping on a latte, and scrolling through your social media feed. Ever wondered how you're able to do that? It's because waves travel through the air and reach the receiver in your phone. Can you guess what type of wave movement that is?

Imagine you're a tiny particle of energy, zipping through space. What's the key difference when you're travelling as a mechanical wave versus an electromagnetic wave?

Imagine it's a hot summer afternoon. You're walking down the street and you notice something. Can you guess what it is? Here's a hint: It's an example of how waves can be absorbed. What could it be?