Transparent, Translucent, or Opaque

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What does it mean if an object is transparent?

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An object is transparent if it allows light to pass through it without scattering. You can see clearly through transparent objects, like clear glass.

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What does it mean if an object is translucent?

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An object is translucent if it allows some light to pass through, but scatters it in different directions. You can see light but not clear images through translucent objects, like frosted glass.

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What does it mean if an object is opaque?

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An object is opaque if it does not allow any light to pass through. You cannot see through opaque objects, like wood or metal.

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Give an example of a transparent object.

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A clear window is an example of a transparent object.

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Give an example of a translucent object.

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A shower curtain is an example of a translucent object.

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Give an example of an opaque object.

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A brick wall is an example of an opaque object.

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How can you tell if an object is transparent, translucent, or opaque?

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You can test by shining a light through the object. If light passes through clearly, it's transparent. If light passes through but is scattered, it's translucent. If no light passes through, it's opaque.

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What is the main difference between transparent and translucent objects?

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The main difference is that transparent objects allow clear visibility through them, while translucent objects allow light but not clear images.

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Can an object be both transparent and opaque?

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No, an object cannot be both transparent and opaque at the same time. They are mutually exclusive properties.

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What happens to light when it hits an opaque object?

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When light hits an opaque object, it is either absorbed or reflected, but it does not pass through.