Physics · Year 11 · Waves and Electromagnetic Radiation · 2.º Período
Light and Lenses
An investigation into the reflection and refraction of light, including ray diagrams for convex and concave lenses.
National Curriculum Attainment TargetsAQA 4.6.2.5 LightAQA 4.6.2.6 Lenses
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An investigation into the reflection and refraction of light, including ray diagrams for convex and concave lenses.
Key Questions
- How does light behave when it passes between different mediums?
- How do convex and concave lenses form images?
- What is the difference between specular and diffuse reflection?
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