Science Lesson 3 Vocabulary Flashcards
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The Law of Reflection
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The angle of incidence equals the angle of reflection
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Reflection
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When a wave hits a surface, any part of the wave that cannot pass through the surface bounces back.
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Refraction
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The bending of waves due to a change in speed
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Diffraction
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When a wave moves around a barrier or through an opening in a barrier, it bends and spreads out.