Amplify Light Waves Critical Juncture 3.4 Flashcard

Front

What does it mean to absorb light?

Back

To take in light energy, preventing it from being reflected or transmitted.

Front

Can light from the sun damage a car's paint?

Back

Yes, the paint can absorb energy from the light, causing it to be damaged.

Front

What happens to ultraviolet light when it hits special liquid rubber?

Back

Ultraviolet light is absorbed by the rubber.

Front

What type of light is transmitted through the special liquid rubber?

Back

X-ray light is transmitted through the rubber.

Front

What happens to blue light when it hits the special liquid rubber?

Back

Blue light is reflected off the rubber.

Front

Can light cause materials to change?

Back

Yes, light can cause materials to change by absorbing energy from certain types of light.

Front

Which type of laser light can cut a hole in silicone?

Back

The carbon dioxide laser can cut a hole in the silicone.

Front

Why does sunlight change the color of certain cloth but a desk lamp does not?

Back

Because the cloth can absorb energy from sunlight but not from the light of the desk lamp.

Front

What is the difference between absorption and reflection of light?

Back

Absorption is when light energy is taken in by a material, while reflection is when light bounces off a surface.

Front

What is transmission of light?

Back

Transmission is when light passes through a material without being absorbed.