5.6C Absorption Transmission Reflection of Light

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What is the process called when light bounces off a surface?

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Reflection

Front

What happens to light when it is absorbed by a material?

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It is taken in by the material and converted to other forms of energy, such as heat.

Front

What is the term for light passing through a material without being absorbed?

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Transmission

Front

What is an example of reflection in everyday life?

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Seeing your image in a mirror.

Front

What is an example of absorption in everyday life?

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A black shirt absorbing sunlight and becoming warm.

Front

What is an example of transmission in everyday life?

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Light passing through a clear glass window.

Front

What factors affect the reflection of light?

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The surface texture and angle of incidence.

Front

What is the law of reflection?

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The angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection.

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What types of materials are good at absorbing light?

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Dark, rough, or opaque materials.

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What is the difference between transparent, translucent, and opaque materials?

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Transparent materials allow light to pass through clearly, translucent materials allow some light to pass but scatter it, and opaque materials do not allow light to pass through.