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Light Fundamentals
Properties of Light — 7 Key Properties Explained
Light has a handful of behaviours that explain almost everything you see — from mirrors and rainbows to the glare-killing trick in your sunglasses. Here are the 7 key properties of light, each built up from a picture you already own.
Light Fundamentals
What Is Light Energy? Definition, Examples & Properties
Light energy is the energy carried by light — and you meet it every second of the day. Here's a clear definition, everyday examples, the types and properties, and the physics behind it, from first principles.