Light, Reflection, Transmission and Absorption

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What happens to light that is absorbed by an object?

Back

It is turned into heat energy.

Front

What is a property of a transparent object?

Back

Almost all of the light rays that reach it pass through it.

Front

What do solar panels do to generate electricity?

Back

They absorb light.

Front

How do we see our image in a mirror?

Back

Light bounces off evenly and sends a pattern of the image back to our eyes.

Front

What is the term for seeing an image in a mirror?

Back

Reflection.

Front

What is the opposite of reflection?

Back

Absorption.

Front

What is refraction?

Back

The bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.

Front

What is the difference between transparent, translucent, and opaque objects?

Back

Transparent objects allow light to pass through, translucent objects allow some light to pass through, and opaque objects do not allow light to pass through.

Front

What is an example of a transparent object?

Back

Clear glass.

Front

What is an example of an opaque object?

Back

Wood.