Wave Behaviors

Front

What happens to light waves when they strike dark material?

Back

Light waves are absorbed by the dark material, converting their energy into thermal energy.

Front

In which medium does light travel fastest?

Back

Light travels fastest in gas.

Front

What is the purpose of darker sunglasses lenses?

Back

Darker sunglasses lenses absorb light to reduce glare while still allowing some light to transmit so you can see through them.

Front

Why does a polar bear's head appear separate from its body in water?

Back

Light waves bend as they pass from air to water, causing the visual distortion.

Front

What occurs when light waves hit a mirror?

Back

Light waves strike the mirror and bounce off, allowing us to see reflections.

Front

What is refraction?

Back

Refraction is the bending of light waves as they pass from one medium to another.

Front

What is absorption in the context of light?

Back

Absorption is the process by which light waves are taken in by a material, converting their energy into other forms.

Front

What is transmission in terms of light?

Back

Transmission is the process by which light waves pass through a material without being absorbed.

Front

What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

Back

Reflection is when light bounces off a surface, while refraction is when light bends as it passes through a medium.

Front

How does temperature affect the speed of sound compared to light?

Back

Sound travels slower than light, and its speed can be affected by temperature, while light's speed remains constant in a vacuum.