refract
Pronunciation
Verb
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To bend a wave, such as light, as it passes from one substance into another.
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Which word fits the gap? "The prism _____ light into a rainbow of colors."
Answer: refract
In your own words, what does "refract" mean?
To bend a wave, such as light, as it passes from one substance into another.
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