Transparent, Translucent, Opaque

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What does 'transparent' mean?

Back

Materials that allow light to pass through completely, so objects behind can be seen clearly.

Front

What does 'translucent' mean?

Back

Materials that allow some light to pass through, but not enough to see objects clearly.

Front

What does 'opaque' mean?

Back

Materials that do not allow any light to pass through, making it impossible to see through them.

Front

Give an example of a transparent object.

Back

Clear glass.

Front

Give an example of a translucent object.

Back

Frosted glass.

Front

Give an example of an opaque object.

Back

Wood.

Front

Which type of material is a window?

Back

Transparent.

Front

Which type of material is a lamp shade?

Back

Translucent.

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Which type of material is a brick wall?

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Opaque.

Front

What happens to light when it hits an opaque object?

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It is either absorbed or reflected, but not transmitted.