Light Flashcards

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1
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a form of visible energy made up of waves that travel in a straight line.
this energy can move through empty, airless space.

A

light energy

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occurs when light or energy bounces off of the surface of an object
example: Mirrors ——— light.

A

reflection

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occurs when light or energy bends as it passes through different types of matter
example: Light ——- as is passes through water.

A

refraction

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occurs when light or energy passes through matter
example: Light rays ——– through the clear window by the door.

A

transmission

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5
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to take in. it happens when light is transformed into another form of energy
(heat) upon hitting a surface.

A

absorb

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