Light 5.6C

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What happens when light hits an object like black paper?

Back

It gets absorbed.

Front

Why does the lower part of a child in a swimming pool appear different in size from the upper part?

Back

The light rays that travel through water and then into air are refracted.

Front

What is it called when light bounces off a surface?

Back

Reflection.

Front

What causes a fish to appear closer to the surface when viewed from above water?

Back

Light is refracted.

Front

Why does a box painted white look brighter than others?

Back

More light is reflected off white paint.

Front

What is refraction?

Back

The bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.

Front

What is reflection?

Back

The bouncing back of light when it hits a surface.

Front

What does it mean for light to be absorbed?

Back

When light is taken in by an object and not reflected or transmitted.

Front

What is transmission in terms of light?

Back

The passing of light through an object.

Front

How does the color of an object affect light reflection?

Back

Lighter colors reflect more light, while darker colors absorb more.