Opaque, Transparent, Translucent

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What does it mean if an object is opaque?

Back

An opaque object does not allow any light to pass through it.

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What does it mean if an object is transparent?

Back

A transparent object allows light to pass through it completely, making it see-through.

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What does it mean if an object is translucent?

Back

A translucent object allows some light to pass through, but not enough to see through clearly.

Front

Can light travel through all materials?

Back

No, light cannot travel through some materials, especially opaque ones.

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What happens when light shines through an opaque object?

Back

None of the light passes through an opaque object.

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Give an example of a transparent material.

Back

Clear glass is an example of a transparent material.

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Give an example of an opaque material.

Back

Aluminum foil is an example of an opaque material.

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Give an example of a translucent material.

Back

Wax paper is an example of a translucent material.

Front

What is the best material to block sunlight?

Back

Aluminum foil is the best material to block sunlight.

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How does plastic wrap behave with light?

Back

Plastic wrap is transparent and allows light to pass through.