Light Flashcard

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What is a rainbow?

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A rainbow is a meteorological phenomenon that occurs when sunlight is refracted, reflected, and dispersed in water droplets, resulting in a spectrum of light appearing in the sky.

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What does translucent mean?

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Translucent refers to materials that allow some light to pass through but not enough to see clearly through them.

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What does transparent mean?

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Transparent refers to materials that allow light to pass through completely, enabling clear visibility.

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What are concave lenses?

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Concave lenses are lenses that are thinner in the center than at the edges and can make objects appear smaller.

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What is the purpose of concave lenses in car side mirrors?

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Concave lenses in car side mirrors allow drivers to see a wider field of view, making objects appear smaller and farther away.

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What are reflected colors?

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Reflected colors are the colors that are bounced back from a surface, which we perceive when light hits an object.

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What are absorbed colors?

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Absorbed colors are the colors that are taken in by an object and not reflected, which means we do not see them.

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What is the difference between opaque and transparent objects?

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Opaque objects do not allow any light to pass through, while transparent objects allow light to pass through completely.

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What is an example of a translucent object?

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Frosted glass is an example of a translucent object, as it allows some light to pass through but obscures clear images.

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What happens when light hits a reflective surface?

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When light hits a reflective surface, it bounces back, allowing us to see the image of the object.