LIGHT

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What is LIGHT?

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Light is a form of energy that allows us to see things. It travels in waves and can come from natural sources like the Sun or artificial sources like lightbulbs.

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What are ARTIFICIAL sources of light?

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Artificial sources of light are man-made sources that produce light, such as lightbulbs, neon signs, and televisions.

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What is the MAIN source of light for Earth?

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The Sun is the main source of light for Earth. It provides natural light and warmth.

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How does light travel?

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Light travels in straight lines and very fast, moving in one direction.

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What happens when light hits an object?

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When light hits an object, some of it bounces off (reflects), some gets absorbed, and some may pass through.

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What are SHINY objects?

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Shiny objects are those that reflect a lot of light, like mirrors or polished metal.

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What are DULL objects?

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Dull objects do not reflect much light and appear less bright, like a piece of paper or a rock.

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What is REFLECTION of light?

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Reflection is when light bounces off an object. This is how we see things around us.

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What is ABSORPTION of light?

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Absorption is when an object takes in light instead of reflecting it. Dark colors absorb more light.

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What is TRANSMISSION of light?

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Transmission is when light passes through an object, like how glass allows light to go through.