Waves and their Applications set 1 Flashcards

1
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Light

A

Light comes from things like the sun, light bulbs and candles. It bounces off things and allows us to see.

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2
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Light Source

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The place from which light originates.

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3
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Refract

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The bending of light or other waves when they pass from one transparent substance to another.

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4
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Refract/reflection

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When light bounces off the surface of a object. It makes it warmer.

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5
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Attract

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Pull towards.

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6
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Prism

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A block of clear glass or plastic which separates the light passing through it into different colors.

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