Light Energy

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What happens to white light when it passes through a prism?

Back

It is broken apart into rainbow colors.

Front

What are translucent objects?

Back

Objects that allow some light to pass through but not enough to see clearly through them.

Front

What is the term for the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface?

Back

Reflection.

Front

What do we call objects that allow light to pass through easily?

Back

Transparent.

Front

How does light travel in relation to its path?

Back

In a straight line.

Front

What is the phenomenon called when light bends as it passes from one medium to another?

Back

Refraction.

Front

What type of object completely blocks light from passing through?

Back

Opaque.

Front

What is the difference between transparent and translucent materials?

Back

Transparent materials allow all light to pass through clearly, while translucent materials allow some light to pass but scatter it.

Front

What is an example of reflection in everyday life?

Back

Seeing your image in a mirror.

Front

What is the role of sunglasses in terms of light?

Back

They reduce the amount of light that reaches the eyes by absorbing or reflecting some of it.