Transparent, Translucent, & Opaque

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What is the best description of an opaque material?

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No light passes through the material.

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What is the best description of a transparent material?

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All light passes through the material.

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What is the best description of a translucent material?

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Some light passes through the material, but not in a straight path.

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What is an example of an opaque material?

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Wood, metal, and stone are examples of opaque materials.

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What is an example of a transparent material?

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Clear glass and water are examples of transparent materials.

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What is an example of a translucent material?

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Frosted glass and wax paper are examples of translucent materials.

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What happens to light when it hits an opaque object?

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The light is blocked and cannot pass through.

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What happens to light when it hits a transparent object?

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The light passes through without being scattered.

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What happens to light when it hits a translucent object?

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The light partially passes through and is scattered.

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Can you see through an opaque object?

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No, you cannot see through an opaque object.