what will light do in the following 3 situations?
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Light travels in a straight line
But when it hits an object it can do 1 of 3 things….it can…
1) be reflected
Light travels in a straight line
But when it hits an object it can…
2) be transmitted
(pass through)
Absorption
Absorption is the disappearance of an EM wave into the medium
Absorption can cast shadows
Transparent
Transparent materials allow light to pass through so that objects behind can be clearly seen.
Glass windows, glass doors, fish tanks, water, saran wrap
Translucent
Translucent materials transmit some light but cause it to spread in all directions
You can see light through these materials but not clearly
Lampshades, frosted glass, sheer fabrics, notebook paper
Opaque materials do not allow any light to pass through them
Construction paper,
Trees, Animals, Footballs
Opaque