Light Waves

Front

Why does an apple appear red?

Back

An apple appears red because all colors are absorbed except for red, which is reflected.

Front

Which object refracted the laser beam?

Back

The glass marble refracted the laser beam.

Front

Objects that reflect ALL colors will appear _____?

Back

Objects that reflect all colors will appear white.

Front

Sunlight is:

Back

Sunlight is white light.

Front

Which color reflects the least light?

Back

Black reflects the least light.

Front

What is a light wave?

Back

A light wave is a type of electromagnetic wave that is visible to the human eye.

Front

What happens when light hits a transparent object?

Back

When light hits a transparent object, it refracts or bends as it passes through.

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 change in direction of light waves as they pass from one medium to another.

Front

What color of light is absorbed by a green leaf?

Back

A green leaf absorbs all colors of light except for green, which is reflected.