How Light Travels Flashcard Review

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What is the difference between sound waves and light waves in terms of transmission through cardboard?

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A sound wave can transmit through a piece of cardboard, while a light wave cannot.

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True or False: Both light waves and sound waves can be absorbed by a piece of cardboard.

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True

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What happens to light when it strikes a black panel?

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The black panel absorbs the light.

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When light strikes a transparent material, what happens to most of the light?

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Most of the light is transmitted.

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True or False: Light carries energy in the form of radiant energy.

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True

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Define 'transmission' in the context of light waves.

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Transmission refers to the passage of light through a material without being absorbed.

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What is 'absorption' in relation to light waves?

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Absorption is the process by which a material takes in light energy, preventing it from passing through.

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What does 'reflection' mean in the context of light?

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

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Explain 'refraction' as it pertains to light waves.

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

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is the energy of electromagnetic waves, including light.