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Waves Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Absorption | The transfer of energy from a wave to a medium. |
| Amplitude | The distance between the highest crest and the resting position. |
| Barrier | Something that blocks the way; an obstacle. |
| Bend | To turn on force from straight or even to curved or angular. |
| Brightness | The lightness or darkness of reflected light (intensity of light). |
| Color | What you see when light shines (reflected or emits) off an object. |
| Color Filter | A transparent material that absorbs some colors and allows other to pass through. |