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Chapter 4 Light and Optics

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focal lengththe distance from the center of the lens or surface of a mirror to its focal point.
covexA mirror that is curved outward like the bottom of a spoon.
fiber opticsThe technology based on teh use of laser light to send signals through transparent wires.
pupilThe circular opening that controls how much light enters the eye.
imageA picture of an object formed by rays of light.
lensAn optical tool for refracting light.
opticsThe study of visible light and of the interaction of light with the eye to produce vision.
corneaThe transparent membrane light enters the eye through.
focal pointThe point at which a mirror or lens focus the parallel light rays.
law of reflectionThe angle of reflection equals the angle of incidence
laserA device that produces an intense, concentrated beam of light.
diffuse reflectionThe reflection of light rays in many different direction.
retinaThe part of the eye that contains specialized cells that respond to light
concaveA mirror that curved inward toward the center.
regular reflectionThe reflection of parallel light rays all in the same direction.


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Sherwood Middle School
Creighton, MO

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