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<b>1. <section begin=req1 /><noinclude></noinclude>Explain what the acronym L.A.S.E.R. stands for. Describe the three main properties that distinguish laser light from ordinary light.
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<b>2. <section begin=req2 /><noinclude></noinclude>Explain in simple terms how a laser produces light, mentioning the key components.
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<b>3. <section begin=req3 /><noinclude></noinclude>Explain why lasers can be dangerous, especially to the eyes, even low-power ones. Outline basic safety rules.
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<b>4. <section begin=req4 /><noinclude></noinclude>Give examples of at least four or five different uses for lasers in everyday life, medicine, industry, or technology.
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<b>5. <section begin=req5 /><noinclude></noinclude>Under strict adult supervision and using only a safe, low-power Class 1 or Class 2 laser pointer, demonstrate how the beam reflects off a mirror and observe how the beam remains narrow over a certain distance (collimation) compared to a flashlight beam.
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<b>6. <section begin=req6 /><noinclude></noinclude>Explain the following terms:
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:<b>a. <section begin=req6a /><noinclude></noinclude>Reflection
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:<b>b. <section begin=req6b /><noinclude></noinclude>Collimation
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:<b>c. <section begin=req6c /><noinclude></noinclude>Diffraction
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<b>7. <section begin=req7 /><noinclude></noinclude>Learn about fiber-optic communication and explain how laser light is used to rapidly transmit vast amounts of information through thin glass fibers.
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<b>8. <section begin=req8 /><noinclude></noinclude>Use a laser engraver to engrave various materials by adjusting intensity levels (optional).
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<b>9. <section begin=req9 /><noinclude></noinclude>Discuss the connection between the text of Psalm 119:105 and lasers. How can the focused, directional nature of a light beam (whether a laser or the lamp mentioned in the verse) serve as a metaphor for the guidance that faith or the Word of God offers in our lives?
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