What is Dispersion?
8thMath60 min
Learning Objective
I can describe how white light separates into different colors through dispersion.
Lesson Flow
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Light Absorption, Reflection, and Transmission
Bozeman Science
Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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When light moves from one medium to another, it can undergo reflection, absorption, or transmission.
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The angle of incidence is always equal to the angle of reflection when light bounces off a surface.
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A leaf appears green because it reflects green light and absorbs red and blue light.
Practice
12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Describe what happens to light when it travels from the air into a gummy bear. Include the terms reflection, absorption, and transmission in your answer.”
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