Lesson 4: Interactions Of Lights Flashcards
Matter that transmits light
Transparent
Transparent
Matter that transmits light
Translucent
Materials transmit light but do not let light travel straight through
Materials transmit light but do not let light travel straight through
Translucent
Opaque
Materials do not let any light pass through them
Materials do not let any light pass through them
Opaque
Absorption
The transfer of light energy to matter
The transfer of light energy to matter
Absorption
Reflection
The bouncing off light off the surface
The bouncing off light off the surface
Reflection
Refraction
The change in direction of a wave as it passes from one medium into another at an angle
The change in direction of a wave as it passes from one medium into another at an angle
Refraction
Scattering
Occurs when light is sent in many directions as it passes through a medium
Occurs when light is sent in many directions as it passes through a medium
Scattering
