Light and Matter flashcard 6.1 lessons 1-3

Front

What does TRANSMIT mean?

Back

To go/pass through.

Front

What is an open question?

Back

An open question allows for a more personalized response which may include the why.

Front

Why does the photographer see the trees?

Back

Light from the sun reflects off the trees and the window to our eyes.

Front

What does a good model do?

Back

A good model explains what is happening, can be a detailed drawing or something 3-dimensional, and has all parts labeled.

Front

What is reflection in terms of light?

Back

Reflection is when light bounces off a surface.

Front

What is refraction?

Back

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

Front

What is absorption in the context of light?

Back

Absorption is when light is taken in by a material and not reflected or transmitted.

Front

What is the difference between transparent, translucent, and opaque materials?

Back

Transparent materials allow light to pass through clearly, translucent materials allow some light to pass but not clearly, and opaque materials do not allow light to pass through.

Front

What is a light source?

Back

A light source is an object that emits light, such as the sun, a lamp, or a candle.

Front

What is the role of the eye in seeing objects?

Back

The eye receives light reflected from objects and sends signals to the brain to interpret the images.