Light Flashcards
Define Absorption
The transfer of energy from a wave to the medium through which it travels.
Define Concave Mirror
A mirror that curves inward and makes things appear tall and magnified
Define Amplitude
Height of a wave
Define Law of Reflection
States that when a wave is reflected from a surface, the angle of reflection is equal to the angle of incidence
Define Light
An electromagnetic radiation you can see
Define Mechanical Wave
A wave that can travel only through matter
Define Medium
Material through which a wave travels
Define Opaque
A material that does not let any light pass through
Define Radiant Energy
Energy carried by an electromagnetic wave
Define Reflection
The bouncing of a wave when it hits a surface through which it cannot pass
Define Transmission
The passage of light through an object
Define Wave
A disturbance that transfers energy from one place to another
Define Translucent
Allowing some of the light to pass through, making it seem blurry
Define Transparent
Allowing most of the light pass through, making something very clear
Define Convex Mirror
A mirror that curves outward and magnifies an object
