Light Flashcards
1
Q
a form of visible energy made up of waves that travel in a straight line.
this energy can move through empty, airless space.
A
light energy
2
Q
occurs when light or energy bounces off of the surface of an object
example: Mirrors ——— light.
A
reflection
3
Q
occurs when light or energy bends as it passes through different types of matter
example: Light ——- as is passes through water.
A
refraction
4
Q
occurs when light or energy passes through matter
example: Light rays ——– through the clear window by the door.
A
transmission
5
Q
to take in. it happens when light is transformed into another form of energy
(heat) upon hitting a surface.
A
absorb