Waves in Light & Technology

Front

Which of the following materials will reflect light best? a piece of wood, a glass of water, a plastic spoon, a metal spoon

Back

a metal spoon

Front

What word is used to describe light as it strikes a smooth, shiny surface and bounces off?

Back

reflection

Front

The appearance of a drinking straw being bent in a glass of water demonstrates the _______ of light.

Back

refraction

Front

A prism ________ light to show the colors that make up the visible light spectrum.

Back

refracts

Front

Given your knowledge of light and its properties, which statement is not true: Refraction occurs when light bounces off a surface; Light is a form of energy; An object's color comes from the light it reflects; Light tends to travel in a straight line.

Back

Refraction occurs when light bounces off a surface.

Front

The bending of waves due to a change in speed best describes which of the following?
refection,
refraction,
absorption of light,
visible light

Back

refraction

Front

Why does the straw appear to be bent?

Back

light is refracted

Front

Back

Reflection

Front

We see shadows because light travels in a __________________ line.

Back

straight

Front

What is the best explanation for Mickey seeing himself in the mirror?

Back

reflection