Light primary school

What is a shadow?

• A shadow is a reflection of light on a surface

• A shadow is a type of cloud formation

• A shadow is a dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.

• A shadow is a type of plant

How are shadows formed?

• Shadows are formed when objects emit light.

• Shadows are formed when an object blocks light.

• Shadows are formed when objects absorb light.

• Shadows are formed when objects reflect light.

What is the purpose of a prism?

• To generate electricity

• To produce sound waves

• To absorb light

• To refract light, break it down into its constituent colors, or to reflect light.

What happens when light passes through an opaque object?

• Light is absorbed or reflected by the opaque object.

• Light is amplified by the opaque object.

• Light is refracted by the opaque object.

• Light is scattered by the opaque object.

Can you see clearly through a transparent object?

• Sometimes

• No

• Rarely

• Yes

Give an example of a translucent object.

• Clear plastic

• Frosted glass

• Translucent metal

• Opaque glass

Explain the difference between transparent and translucent objects.

• Translucent objects are completely opaque

• The main difference between transparent and translucent objects is how they interact with light.

• Transparent objects absorb all light

• Transparent objects reflect light in all directions

How does light interact with opaque objects?

• Opaque objects emit light

• Opaque objects refract light

• Opaque objects allow light to pass through

• Light is either absorbed or reflected by opaque objects.

What are some common examples of opaque objects?

• Glass

• Paper

• Wood, metal, ceramic

• Plastic

How can you create a shadow using a light source?

• By turning off the light source

• By moving the light source closer to the object

• By using a transparent object

• By placing an object in the path of the light source.