Wave Behaviors

Wave Behaviors

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Science

6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Absorption in wave behavior?

Back

Absorption is the process by which a material takes in light or other waves, converting it into energy, which can cause the material to warm up.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean if a material is Translucent?

Back

A translucent material allows some light to pass through but scatters it, making objects behind it appear blurry.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to light when it is transmitted?

Back

When light is transmitted, it passes through a material without being absorbed or reflected, allowing objects behind the material to be seen clearly.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why does a purple shirt appear purple?

Back

A purple shirt appears purple because it absorbs all wavelengths of color except for the purple wavelength, which it reflects.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean for an object to appear white?

Back

An object appears white because it reflects all wavelengths of visible light, rather than absorbing any specific color.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Reflection in wave behavior?

Back

Reflection is the bouncing back of light or other waves when they hit a surface that does not absorb the energy.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Refraction?

Back

Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another, changing its speed and direction.

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