Light Concept Map

Reflections

A reflection is when light comes into contact with a smooth surface and bounces off. An example of this is a mirror. The light bounces off of it so you see what is looking at the mirror.

Reflections

Refractions

A refraction is when light passes through a medium and changes it's form. An example of this is when you put a straw in a cup of water. The straw looks distorted because of the light bending.

Refractions

Diffractions

A diffraction happens when the light comes into contact with a rough surface and the light becomes scattered. An example of this is when a CD appears to be rainbow.

Diffractions

Transparent

This means most light can pass through this object. An example of this would be clear plastic.

Transparent

Translucent

This means only some light can pass through this object. An example of this is tissue paper.

Translucent

Opaque

This means that no light passes through this object. An example of this would be a human.

Opaque