Electromagnetic and Light Waves

Front

Tracing paper is _______.

Back

translucent

Front

The color of an object is determined by the ______ of the light it reflects.

Back

wavelength

Front

In the retina, ___________ allow you to see different colors.

Back

cones

Front

Light behaves as both a(n) __________ and a(n) __________.

Back

wave, particle

Front

The _______ absorbs most of the Sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays.

Back

ozone layer

Front

What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

Back

The range of all types of electromagnetic radiation, including visible light, radio waves, X-rays, and gamma rays.

Front

What is the speed of light in a vacuum?

Back

Approximately 299,792 kilometers per second (or about 300,000 km/s).

Front

What is refraction?

Back

The bending of light as it passes from one medium to another due to a change in speed.

Front

What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

Back

Reflection is the bouncing back of light from a surface, while refraction is the bending of light as it passes through different media.

Front

What are the primary colors of light?

Back

Red, green, and blue.