Casteel SOL 5.6 Light

Front

What color is seen when a material absorbs all visible light and no light is reflected back?

Back

Black

Front

What happens to light waves when they hit a smooth glass mirror?

Back

They are reflected.

Front

What occurs when light shines through a prism?

Back

It is refracted.

Front

Which of the following does not emit light: sun, moon, stars, or light bulb?

Back

Moon

Front

What is the acronym to remember the order of colors from longest wavelength to shortest?

Back

ROY G BIV

Front

What is light?

Back

Light is a form of energy that travels in waves.

Front

What is reflection?

Back

Reflection is the bouncing back of light waves when they hit a surface.

Front

What is refraction?

Back

Refraction is the bending of light waves as they pass from one medium to another.

Front

What is a prism?

Back

A prism is a transparent optical element that refracts light.

Front

What is the difference between transparent, translucent, and opaque materials?

Back

Transparent materials allow light to pass through clearly, translucent materials allow some light but not detailed images, and opaque materials do not allow light to pass through.