Transparent, translucent or opaque?

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What is a transparent object?

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A transparent object is one that allows light to pass through it completely, so you can see clearly through it. Example: A clear glass.

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What is a translucent object?

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A translucent object is one that allows some light to pass through, but not enough to see clearly through it. Example: A frosted glass.

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What is an opaque object?

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An opaque object is one that does not allow any light to pass through it. Example: A wooden block.

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Can you see through a transparent object?

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Yes, you can see through a transparent object.

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Can you see through a translucent object?

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You can see some light through a translucent object, but not clear images.

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Can you see through an opaque object?

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No, you cannot see through an opaque object.

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What happens to light when it hits a transparent object?

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Light passes through a transparent object without being blocked.

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What happens to light when it hits a translucent object?

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Light passes through a translucent object but gets scattered, making it hard to see through.

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What happens to light when it hits an opaque object?

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Light is blocked and does not pass through an opaque object.

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Give an example of a transparent object.

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A clear window.