Come children, let's explore today,
The wonders of light in every way.
It travels fast, so very bright,
But there's more to it than meets the sight.

Diffraction bends light waves around,
Obstacles they easily surround.
Refraction changes the path of light,
Bending and slowing with all its might.

Polarization filters light with ease,
Allowing only certain waves to please.
Dispersion splits light into its hue,
A rainbow of colors for me and you.

Absorption takes light and holds it tight,
Keeping it within, out of our sight.
Reflection bounces light back to its source,
Creating images with such great force.

Scattering makes light dance and play,
Bouncing in all directions, having its way.
So let's remember the wonders we've seen,
In every ray of light, so bright and keen.

Reflections

1. What are some of the ways light can be manipulated?
2. What is polarization, and how does it filter light?
3. What is the difference between absorption and reflection?
4. How does diffraction affect the path of light?
5. What happens to light during dispersion, and what is created as a result?