Light Energy Flashcard

Front

What does transparent mean?

Back

Transparent means ALL light can pass through.

Front

Light energy travels as _____?

Back

Light energy travels as electromagnetic waves.

Front

When you look in a spoon, your image appears upside down because of ___?

Back

Your image appears upside down because of Reflection.

Front

Does light always travel in a straight line?

Back

True, light always travels in a straight line.

Front

What does refraction mean?

Back

Refraction means light bends.

Front

What is reflection?

Back

Reflection is when light bounces off a surface.

Front

What is the definition of light energy?

Back

Light energy is a form of energy that travels in waves and can be seen by the human eye.

Front

What is an example of a transparent object?

Back

An example of a transparent object is clear glass.

Front

What happens to light when it hits a mirror?

Back

When light hits a mirror, it reflects off the surface.

Front

What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

Back

Reflection is when light bounces off a surface, while refraction is when light bends as it passes through different materials.