Light and Objects

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What is an opaque material?

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An opaque material is one that does not allow any light to pass through it.

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What does it mean for a material to be transparent?

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A transparent material is one that allows all light to pass through it without scattering.

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What does it mean for a material to be translucent?

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A translucent material allows some light to pass through but scatters it, so objects behind it cannot be clearly seen.

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What is refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another, caused by a change in its speed.

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What is reflection?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface.

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What is absorption in terms of light?

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Absorption is the process by which a material takes in light energy, preventing it from passing through.

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What happens to light when it enters water?

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When light enters water, it slows down and bends, a process known as refraction.

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Can you give an example of a transparent object?

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Examples of transparent objects include clear glass and water.

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Can you give an example of an opaque object?

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Examples of opaque objects include wood and metal.

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Can you give an example of a translucent object?

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Examples of translucent objects include frosted glass and wax paper.