Mr. HD's Light Energy Flashcard

Front

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

Back

Reflection

Front

What is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another?

Back

Refraction

Front

What happens to light when it passes from air into water?

Back

It refracts.

Front

Which color retains most light rays?

Back

Black

Front

What is the purpose of sunglasses and tinted windows?

Back

To reflect light and reduce glare.

Front

What is the term for a transparent object that separates white light into its component colors?

Back

Prism

Front

What is the term for light being taken in by a material?

Back

Absorption

Front

What type of surface is best for reflecting light?

Back

A smooth, shiny surface.

Front

What happens to light when it hits a rough surface?

Back

It scatters.

Front

What is the angle called at which light hits a surface?

Back

Angle of incidence