Light Energy

Front

What is the change in direction called when light strikes an object and bounces back toward its source?

Back

Reflection

Front

Which best demonstrates the reflection of light?

Back

Looking at an image formed on a silver spoon.

Front

What happens to light when it passes through a clear marble?

Back

Light bends as it passes through the marble.

Front

What do we call light rays that bounce back when light hits an object?

Back

Reflected rays.

Front

What type of lens would make a good hand lens?

Back

Convex lens.

Front

What is the term for the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another?

Back

Refraction.

Front

What is the definition of transparent?

Back

A material that allows light to pass through without scattering.

Front

What is an example of an object that reflects light?

Back

A mirror.

Front

What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

Back

Reflection is the bouncing back of light, while refraction is the bending of light.

Front

What happens to light when it is absorbed by an object?

Back

The light energy is taken in by the object and converted to other forms of energy, like heat.