37 Questions
What happens when light hits an object?
The object absorbs some colors of light and reflects others.
Why does a ladybird's red shell appear red?
Because it reflects only red light and absorbs other colors.
What happens to all colors of light when they hit a black surface?
They are all absorbed.
Why do white surfaces tend to stay cooler than black surfaces?
Because they reflect more light.
What happens to the light energy that is absorbed by a black surface?
It is converted into heat.
Why is it recommended to wear white clothes on a sunny day?
Because they reflect more light and keep us cooler.
What is the term for the process by which a material takes in light energy?
Absorption
What happens when a green leaf absorbs light?
It absorbs all colors of light except green.
What happens to the colors of light that are not reflected by an object?
They are absorbed by the object
Why do black surfaces tend to appear hotter than white surfaces?
Because they absorb more light and convert it into heat
What is the main reason why we see a ladybird's red shell as red?
Because it absorbs all colors of light except red
Why do green leaves appear green to our eyes?
Because they absorb all colors of light except green
What is the primary function of reflection in the context of light?
To change the direction of light
What is the main difference between how black and white surfaces interact with light?
Black surfaces absorb more light, while white surfaces reflect more light
What is the result of an object absorbing all colors of light?
The object appears black
Why is it recommended to wear light-colored clothes on a sunny day?
Because they reflect more light and keep you cooler
What happens to the colors of light that are not absorbed by an object?
They are reflected back to our eyes.
Why do black objects tend to absorb more heat than white objects?
Because black objects absorb all colors of light.
What is the main reason why we see a green leaf as green?
Because it absorbs all colors of light except green.
What is the difference between absorption and reflection of light?
Absorption is when light is taken in, and reflection is when light is bounced back.
Why do we see a ladybird's black spots as black?
Because they absorb all colors of light.
What happens to the light energy that is not reflected by an object?
It is absorbed by the object.
Why do white surfaces tend to appear cooler than black surfaces?
Because white surfaces reflect more light.
What is the result of an object reflecting all colors of light?
The object appears white.
What is the primary reason why an object appears to have a specific color?
The object absorbs some colors of light and reflects others
Which of the following statements about black and white surfaces is true?
Black surfaces absorb more light and reflect less heat
What is the main reason why a ladybird's red shell appears red to our eyes?
The shell absorbs all colors of light except red
What is the result of an object absorbing all colors of light except one?
The object appears to have a specific color
What is the primary reason why wearing black clothes on a sunny day can make you feel hotter?
Black clothes absorb more light and reflect less heat
What is the main difference between how a green leaf and a ladybird's red shell interact with light?
The green leaf absorbs all colors of light except green, while the red shell absorbs all colors of light except red
What is the result of an object reflecting all colors of light?
The object appears white
What is the primary reason why an object appears to have a specific color when viewed under different lighting conditions?
The object's color is determined by the colors it absorbs and reflects
What is the primary reason why we see a ladybird's red shell as red?
The shell absorbs all colors of light except red
What happens to the light energy that is absorbed by a black surface?
It is converted into heat
Why do black clothes tend to make you feel hotter on a sunny day?
Because they absorb more light and convert it into heat
What is the main difference between how black and white surfaces interact with light?
Black surfaces absorb more light, while white surfaces reflect more
What is the result of an object absorbing all colors of light except green?
The object appears green
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