transmitTo allow to pass through

prismA glass or transparent (see through)

object that bends (refracts) light

magnifyTo make something appear larger

ReflectionLight bouncing off a surface

RefractionThe bending of light

MediumSubstance energy can travel through

Air (up top) and water (below) are the media. The bending occurs at the boundary between the air and water.

Hand lens

A tool used to look at small objects by making the image appear larger.

(refracts light)

MirrorAn object that is shiny and smooth

and reflects light