Light Energy

Front

What color does an object appear if it absorbs all colors in the visible spectrum?

Back

Black

Front

What is the term for the bending of light as it passes through different materials?

Back

Refraction

Front

What color do we see when all colors of light are absorbed?

Back

Black

Front

Why do objects look different under water?

Back

Because the light rays bend.

Front

What do we call materials that let some light rays pass through but scatter others?

Back

Translucent

Front

What is the term for materials that allow light to pass through without scattering?

Back

Transparent

Front

What do we call materials that do not allow any light to pass through?

Back

Opaque

Front

What happens to light when it hits a mirror?

Back

It reflects.

Front

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

Back

Reflection

Front

What is the visible spectrum?

Back

The range of colors that can be seen by the human eye.