Light Energy Quiz

Which of the following is an example of reflection of light?

• Seeing your reflection in a pond.

• Seeing your reflection in a mirror.

• Seeing your reflection in a photograph.

• Seeing your reflection in a window.

When light passes from air to water, it bends. This phenomenon is known as:

• Diffraction

• Absorption

• Reflection

• Refraction

Which of the following materials allows light to pass through completely?

• Wood

• Metal

• Plastic

• Glass

Which of the following materials does not allow light to pass through at all?

• Semi-transparent

• Opaque

• Translucent

• Transparent

Which of the following materials allows some light to pass through but scatters it?

• Reflective material

• Translucent material

• Opaque material

• Transparent material

When light hits a smooth surface and bounces back, it is called:

• Refraction

• Absorption

• Scattering

• Reflection

Which of the following objects would you see your reflection in?

• Glass

• Wall

• Mirror

• Water

When light passes through a prism, it separates into different colors. This is an example of:

• Dispersion

• Refraction

• Diffraction

• Reflection

Which of the following materials is an example of a translucent material?

• Transparent water

• Opaque metal

• Frosted glass

• Clear plastic

Which of the following materials is an example of an opaque material?

• Metal

• Plastic

• Glass

• Air