Light Flashcards
1
Q
When light hits a surface it may be
1.
2.
3.
A
Reflected
Absorbed
Transmitted
2
Q
Diffuse reflection is when
A
The light reflects in many direction from a bumpy surface
3
Q
Regular reflection is when
A
A clear image is created from a smooth surface
4
Q
Two types of images are formed when hit by light
A
Real - a real image is formed when the rays of light meet
Virtual- concave lenses always provide a virtual image
5
Q
Refraction
A
Bending of light caused by light changing speed when it passes from one substance into another. Light comes in on an angle, changes speed which turns it, because one side is going faster/slower while the other side is still going fast/slow
6
Q
Light is a form of energy called ________ ________
A
Electromagnetic radiation and travels as a wave
