Light - Reflection and Refraction

Front

What is created when light hits a solid/opaque barrier?

Back

A shadow.

Front

Why can a driver see the image of a vehicle behind him without turning his back?

Back

Light is reflected.

Front

What is a transparent object?

Back

An object that allows light to pass through it.

Front

What is a natural light source?

Back

The Sun.

Front

What is an example of an object absorbing light?

Back

A black sweater in the sun.

Front

What is reflection in terms of light?

Back

The bouncing back of light when it hits a surface.

Front

What is refraction in terms of light?

Back

The bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.

Front

What is an opaque object?

Back

An object that does not allow light to pass through.

Front

What is a translucent object?

Back

An object that allows some light to pass through but not enough to see clearly.

Front

What happens to light when it hits a mirror?

Back

It reflects.