Unit 2 Lesson 1 Light and Color

Front

What is an opaque object?

Back

An opaque object allows no light to pass through.

Front

What type of material is wax paper or a foggy window?

Back

Wax paper or a foggy window is an example of a translucent material.

Front

Which of the following materials is NOT transparent: window glass, clean air, a mirror, water?

Back

A mirror is NOT transparent.

Front

What allows you to see objects that do not produce their own light?

Back

Reflection allows you to see objects that do not produce their own light.

Front

What is used to separate white light into colors?

Back

A prism is used to separate white light into colors.

Front

Define transparent materials.

Back

Transparent materials allow light to pass through them clearly.

Front

What is an example of a translucent material?

Back

Wax paper is an example of a translucent material.

Front

What happens to light when it hits an opaque object?

Back

Light cannot pass through an opaque object.

Front

What is the difference between transparent and translucent materials?

Back

Transparent materials allow clear passage of light, while translucent materials allow some light to pass through but not clearly.

Front

What is reflection in terms of light?

Back

Reflection is the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface.