Lesson 4: Behavior of Light Flashcards
1
Q
Reflection
A
Light bounces back from a surface if cannot pass through.
2
Q
Transmission
A
Light passes through matter. It may pass straight or may become refracted, bent, or scattered.
3
Q
Refraction
A
Changes in direction and as it passes through a new medium. Also, speed changes.
4
Q
Absorption
A
Light transfers that changes its energy to matter, rather than being reflected or transmitted by matter.
5
Q
Transparent matter
A
Matter that transmits light without scattering it.
6
Q
Translucent matter
A
Matter that transmits light, but scatters the light as it passes through.
7
Q
Opaque matter
A
Matter that lets no light pass through it.
8
Q
Ex: of transparent matter
A
pure air, pure water, and clear glass
9
Q
Ex: of translucent matter
A
frosted glass panes
10
Q
Ex: of opaque matter
A
a mirror
