Light - Reflection and Refraction

Front

What is it called when light hits an area and bounces back?

Back

Reflection

Front

What principle of light is shown when a spotlight is directed onto a mirror surface?

Back

Reflection of light

Front

What do sunglasses and tinted windows primarily do with light?

Back

Reflection

Front

If something is translucent, what does it allow?

Back

Allows some of the light to pass through and has some shadow.

Front

What is a transparent object?

Back

An object that allows all light to pass through.

Front

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

Back

Refraction

Front

What happens to light when it hits a black surface?

Back

It is absorbed.

Front

What is the difference between opaque and transparent objects?

Back

Opaque objects do not allow any light to pass through, while transparent objects allow all light to pass through.

Front

What is the term for light that travels in straight lines?

Back

Light travels in a straight line.

Front

What is an example of refraction?

Back

A straw appearing bent in a glass of water.