Reflection and Refraction of Light
Understanding how light interacts with surfaces and changes direction when passing through different mediums.
Key Questions
- Explain how a straight straw appears to 'break' when placed in a glass of water.
- Analyze the laws of reflection and refraction using ray diagrams.
- Predict the path of light as it passes through lenses and mirrors.
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