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Vocabulary Words
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Translucent | An object that allows only some light to pass through (ex: wax paper & frosted glass) |
| Transparent | An object that allows virtually all light to pass through (ex: clear window & plastic bottle) |
| Opaque | An object that does not allow light to pass through; the light is either reflected or absorbed by the object (ex: book & wood) |
| Reflection | The bouncing of light, heat, or sound off a surface (ex: tinted car window) |
| Refraction | The bending of a wave, such as light or sound wave (ex: camera, telescope, and eyeglasses) |
| Convex | Lens rounded like the exterior of a circle; focuses light to form image |
| Concave | Lens where a surface curves inwards; spreads out light rays |