Light

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What happens to blue light when it hits a shirt that appears blue?

Back

The blue light is reflected by the shirt.

Front

Where do Radiowaves and Microwaves fall on the electromagnetic spectrum?

Back

They are on the low energy side of the EM spectrum.

Front

What creates a shadow?

Back

A shadow is created by the absence of light.

Front

Does white light consist of different colors?

Back

TRUE

Front

Which color has the highest energy and frequency?

Back

Violet has the highest energy and frequency.

Front

What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

Back

The electromagnetic spectrum is the range of all types of electromagnetic radiation.

Front

What is reflection in terms of light?

Back

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

Front

What is absorption in terms of light?

Back

Absorption is when light is taken in by a material and not reflected.

Front

What is refraction?

Back

Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.

Front

What is the speed of light in a vacuum?

Back

The speed of light in a vacuum is approximately 299,792 kilometers per second.