Light and Reflection Flashcard

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What is reflection?

Back

Reflection is the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface, allowing us to see images, like in a mirror.

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What is refraction?

Back

Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another, like when light travels from air into water.

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Why do we see colors in objects?

Back

Objects appear in colors because they absorb all colors of light except the color they reflect.

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What happens to light when it hits a white object?

Back

A white object reflects all colors of light.

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What happens to light when it hits a black object?

Back

A black object absorbs all colors of light.

Front

What color does a leaf appear and why?

Back

A leaf appears green because it reflects green light and absorbs other colors.

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What is the difference between absorb and reflect?

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Absorb means to take in light, while reflect means to bounce back light.

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What is a mirror?

Back

A mirror is a smooth surface that reflects light, allowing us to see our image.

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What is the role of light in seeing objects?

Back

Light illuminates objects, allowing our eyes to detect and see them.

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What is a shadow?

Back

A shadow is created when an object blocks light from reaching a surface.