Absorption, Reflection And Transmission Flashcards
1
Q
What is ray diagram?
A
Diagram that uses arrows to show the path light takes.
2
Q
What is regular reflection?
A
When parallel light rays hit a smooth surface. Light rays reflect at the same angle.
3
Q
What is diffuse reflection?
A
When parallel light rays hit a rough surface. Light rays reflect at different angles and are scattered.
4
Q
What is a lux?
A
Unit of measurement used to describe the # of lumens falling on a square meter of a surface. Higher lux = more light.
5
Q
What does luminous mean?
A
To emit or give off light
6
Q
What does non luminous mean?
A
Objects that don’t produce light, reflect light so we can see them.
