Casteel SOL 5.6 Light

Front

What is an object that allows some, but not all light to pass through?

Back

Translucent

Front

What happens to light waves when they hit a smooth glass mirror?

Back

They are reflected.

Front

What do smooth surfaces do to light?

Back

They reflect a lot of light.

Front

What is seen when a material absorbs all visible light and no light is reflected back?

Back

Black

Front

Which of the following does not emit light: sun, moon, stars, or light bulb?

Back

Moon.

Front

What is the term for materials that allow light to pass through completely?

Back

Transparent.

Front

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

Back

Opaque.

Front

What is the process called when light bends as it passes through different materials?

Back

Refraction.

Front

What is the term for the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface?

Back

Reflection.

Front

What color is seen when an object reflects all colors of light?

Back

White.