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Which of the following materials would allow some light to pass through, but objects cannot be seen clearly?
Which of the following materials would allow some light to pass through, but objects cannot be seen clearly?
- Frosted glass (correct)
- A window
- A swimming pool
- A wall
What is a key characteristic of opaque materials?
What is a key characteristic of opaque materials?
- Allowing all light to pass through
- Scattering light rays
- Reflecting or absorbing all light (correct)
- Being able to see objects clearly through them
A material that allows light to pass through but does not scatter it is considered:
A material that allows light to pass through but does not scatter it is considered:
- Opaque
- Translucent
- Transparent (correct)
- Reflective
Which of the following BEST describes a translucent material?
Which of the following BEST describes a translucent material?
Which of the following examples correctly identifies a material as both translucent and opaque?
Which of the following examples correctly identifies a material as both translucent and opaque?
Flashcards
Transparent Materials
Transparent Materials
Allow visible light to pass through; objects are seen clearly.
Translucent Materials
Translucent Materials
Allow some light to pass through, but it scatters; objects are unclear.
Opaque Materials
Opaque Materials
Do not allow any light to pass through; light is reflected or absorbed.
Examples of Transparent Items
Examples of Transparent Items
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Examples of Opaque Items
Examples of Opaque Items
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Study Notes
Transparent Materials
- Allow visible light to pass through, but some light may be absorbed.
- Objects can be seen clearly through a transparent material.
Translucent Materials
- Allow some light to pass through, but it is scattered.
- Objects cannot be seen clearly through a translucent material.
Opaque Materials
- Do not allow any light to pass through.
- Light is either reflected or absorbed by the material.
Examples
- A window is transparent.
- A frosted glass window is translucent.
- A wall is opaque.
- A swimming pool can be both translucent and opaque.
- Bottles can be transparent, translucent, or opaque.
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Description
Explore the three major types of materials: transparent, translucent, and opaque. Learn how each type interacts with light and affects visibility. This quiz will test your understanding of these fundamental concepts in materials science.
