Properties of Light and Reflection

Front

What is it called when light bends as it passes through different materials?

Back

Refraction

Front

What do we call an object that allows some light to pass through but not all?

Back

Translucent

Front

What is a clear piece of curved glass or plastic that refracts light called?

Back

Lens

Front

What do we call an object that allows light to pass through easily?

Back

Transparent

Front

What is the term for an object that does not allow light to pass through?

Back

Opaque

Front

What happens to light when it hits a shiny surface?

Back

It is reflected.

Front

What is the phenomenon called when light bounces off a surface?

Back

Reflection

Front

What type of material would you use to create a lens?

Back

Curved glass or plastic.

Front

What is an example of a translucent object?

Back

Frosted glass.

Front

What is an example of a transparent object?

Back

Clear glass.