Light Behavior 5th Grade

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What does 'opaque' mean?

Back

An object that does not allow light to pass through it.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

Front

Give examples of opaque objects.

Back

Book, Pencil, Rock.

Front

What color absorbs the most light?

Back

Black.

Front

What is 'reflection' in terms of light?

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When light bounces off a surface.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

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What is 'refraction' in terms of light?

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When light bends as it passes through different materials.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

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What does 'translucent' mean?

Back

An object that allows some light to pass through but not enough to see clearly.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-1

Front

Give an example of a translucent object.

Back

Lamp shade.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

Front

What happens to light when it passes through a prism?

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It bends and separates into different colors.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

Front

What is the difference between transparent and opaque?

Back

Transparent objects allow light to pass through; opaque objects do not.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

Front

What is an example of a transparent object?

Back

Clear glass.