Sound and Light Review

Front

Light that the human eye can see is called?

Back

Visible light

Front

What are the three types of matter through which sound can travel?

Back

Solids, liquids, and gases

Front

What happens to light passing through a hand lens that makes the image appear larger?

Back

The light is refracted.

Front

Which matter will sound travel through the fastest?

Back

Wooden bookshelf

Front

Which color is represented by the letter B?

Back

Green

Front

What is sound?

Back

Sound is a type of energy that travels in waves and can be heard when it reaches a person's or animal's ear.

Front

What is light?

Back

Light is a form of energy that travels in waves and can be seen by the human eye.

Front

What is refraction?

Back

Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.

Front

What is the speed of sound in air compared to water?

Back

Sound travels faster in water than in air.

Front

What is an opaque object?

Back

An opaque object does not allow light to pass through it.