Light Energy

Front

When all of the colors of light are absorbed, we see the color _______.

Back

black

Front

When light hits a smooth, shiny surface, it will ____________?

Back

reflect

Front

When light can easily pass through an object, we say that that object is ___ .

Back

transparent

Front

How does light travel?

Back

in a straight line

Front

When light passes through a prism it?

Back

Refracts

Front

What is light energy?

Back

Light energy is a form of energy that travels in waves and can be seen by the human eye.

Front

What do we call materials that allow some light to pass through but not all?

Back

Translucent

Front

What is the term for materials that do not allow light to pass through?

Back

Opaque

Front

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

Back

It is converted into other forms of energy, such as heat.

Front

What is reflection?

Back

Reflection is when light bounces off a surface.