Light and its Properties

How does light travel?

• In straight lines through the air

• In curved lines through the air

• In waves through water

• In zigzag patterns through the air

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What happens when light hits an object in its path?

• Light bends around the object

• Light is absorbed by the object

• Light changes color when it hits the object

• Light disappears when it hits the object

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What is reflected light?

• Light that is absorbed by an object

• Light that changes direction when it hits an object

• Light that bounces off an object

• Light that passes through an object

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Which type of surface reflects a lot of light?

• Dull surface

• Transparent surface

• Opaque surface

• Shiny surface

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What happens when light travels through water or glass?

• Light speeds up

• Light disappears

• Light slows down

• Light changes color

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What is refraction?

• The bending of light when it hits an object

• The absorption of light by an object

• The reflection of light off an object

• The disappearance of light when it hits an object

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Which type of object allows light to pass through completely?

• Opaque object

• Transparent object

• Translucent object

• Reflective object

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What is an example of a translucent object?

• Stained glass window

• Mirror

• Aluminum foil

• Plastic wrap

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What happens when light hits an opaque object?

• Light passes through the object

• Light changes color

• Light is absorbed by the object

• Light disappears

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What is the purpose of a sundial?

• To reflect light

• To absorb light

• To measure time using shadows

• To refract light

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