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Light and Optical Systems 

· Describe the nature of light and vision and identify phenomena that provide evidence of the nature of light · Describe in general terms the development of microscopes, telescopes and other optical devices; and how these contributed to the study of light and other areas of science · Explain how light is reflected, transmitted and absorbed by different materials; and describe differences in the optical properties of various materials · Predict angles of reflection · Describe the refraction of light through different materials · Describe materials used in optical technologies; and predict the effects of changes in their design, alignment or composition · Describe the formation of real images, using a double convex lens, and predict the effects of changes in the lens position on the size and location of images · Describe, in general terms, the function of eyeglasses, binoculars, telescopes and microscopes · Explain how objects are seen by the eye, and compare eyes with cameras · Describe the development of new technologies to enhance human vision







Reflection and Refraction

Lenses and Mirrors

The Human Eye

Technology

The Electromagnetic Spectrum

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Light and Optics website by Travis Leslie