Unit 07: Light Practice

Front

What happens to light when it passes through water?

Back

It bends (refracts)

Front

Visible light is an example of what kind of energy?

Back

Radiant energy

Front

What is the term for materials that allow light to pass through without scattering?

Back

Transparent

Front

What is the term for materials that allow some light to pass through but scatter it?

Back

Translucent

Front

What is the term for materials that do not allow light to pass through?

Back

Opaque

Front

Which color of visible light has the longest wavelength?

Back

Red

Front

Which color of visible light has the shortest wavelength?

Back

Violet

Front

What is the energy called that is associated with the motion of light?

Back

Radiant energy

Front

What happens to light when it hits a mirror?

Back

It reflects.

Front

What is the process called when light changes direction as it passes from one medium to another?

Back

Refraction