Light Sol 5.3 d & E

Front

What is reflection in terms of light?

Back

Reflection is the bouncing back of light waves when they hit a surface, such as a mirror.

Front

What is absorption in the context of light?

Back

Absorption is when light waves are captured by matter and converted into a different form of energy.

Front

What is refraction?

Back

Refraction is the bending of light waves as they pass through a transparent medium, like water or glass.

Front

What color is reflected by an object that appears green?

Back

An object appears green because it reflects green light and absorbs other colors.

Front

What happens to light when it hits a mirror?

Back

When light hits a mirror, it reflects off the surface, allowing us to see our image.

Front

Can you give an example of refraction?

Back

An example of refraction is a straw appearing bent when placed in a glass of water.

Front

What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

Back

Reflection is the bouncing back of light, while refraction is the bending of light as it passes through a medium.

Front

What is a transparent medium?

Back

A transparent medium is a material that allows light to pass through it, such as glass or clear water.

Front

What is the role of light in seeing objects?

Back

We see objects because light reflects off them and enters our eyes.

Front

What happens to light waves during absorption?

Back

During absorption, light waves are taken in by an object and converted into heat or other forms of energy.