How Does Light Travel?

Front

What happens after light leaves its source?

Back

The light is being reflected off an object.

Front

Which of the following is not a source of light?

Back

Paper.

Front

Why do some objects appear white?

Back

All of the colors reflect and blend to form white.

Front

What is refraction?

Back

The bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.

Front

Give an example of refraction.

Back

A pencil in a glass of water that appears to be bent.

Front

Why does a black shirt feel hotter than a white shirt in the summer?

Back

The black shirt absorbs more light, producing more heat energy.

Front

What is reflection in terms of light?

Back

The bouncing back of light when it hits a surface.

Front

What is the difference between a natural and artificial light source?

Back

Natural light sources occur in nature (like the sun), while artificial light sources are man-made (like light bulbs).

Front

What is the speed of light in a vacuum?

Back

Approximately 299,792 kilometers per second (or about 186,282 miles per second).

Front

What is the role of a prism in light behavior?

Back

A prism can refract light and separate it into its component colors.