Amplify Vision and Light Ch 1-4

Front

What is the process of light reflecting off an object to an animal's eye?

Back

Light from a source hits the object, the object reflects the light, and the reflected light travels to the animal's eye.

Front

What type of light receptors do animals that hunt during the day have?

Back

Low sensitivity light receptors.

Front

What is the last step in the sensory process?

Back

The animal responds to the information.

Front

What is the second step in the sensory process?

Back

The brain processes the information.

Front

True or False: An area with low light would be harmful to animals with high sensitivity light receptors.

Back

False, high light would be harmful.

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 happens when light hits an object?

Back

The light can be absorbed, reflected, or transmitted.

Front

What is reflection?

Back

Reflection is the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface.

Front

What is the role of the eye in seeing?

Back

The eye receives reflected light and sends signals to the brain to process the image.

Front

What is the difference between low sensitivity and high sensitivity light receptors?

Back

Low sensitivity receptors are better for bright light conditions, while high sensitivity receptors are better for low light conditions.