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Can you see an object which is not a source of light in the dark?
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Why is is that you can't see a non-luminous object if there is no luminous object present?
The fact that we see things is based on LIGHT. Light from an object must come to our eyes - whether the object emits light itself, or reflects it from some other light source.
What is an object that you can see but is not a light source?
moon
What do you need in order to see a shadow?
We need an source of light, an opaque object blocking the path of light, a screen behind the opaque object.
What 3 things must happen to be able to see something?
1. there mush be a source of light 2.the light must strike an object 3.the light must be reflected from the object to your eye
Do real diamonds sparkle in the dark?
In a cave with zero light, you would not be able to see any reflection from a diamond since there is no light source. However, if there is moonlight, starlight, ambient light from any source, your diamond will sparkle.
Why is is that you can't see a non-luminous object if there is no luminous object present?
The fact that we see things is based on LIGHT. Light from an object must come to our eyes - whether the object emits light itself, or reflects it from some other light source.
What is an object you can see that is not a light source?
moon
What is an object that you can see but is not a light source?
moon
How do you see the book on your tablecan you see the book in absolute darkness?
-- You "see" only when light enters your eye. -- You 'see' an object only when light from that object enters your eye. -- If the object itself doesn't generate light, then light from some other source must illuminate the object, and some of that light must reflect from the object to your eye. -- In absolute darkness, there is no light, and you do not 'see'.
What can you see in a room that is totally dark?
This is a simple answer. Our eyes require the reflection of white light from an object in order to see it. If there is zero light in a room that is totally dark we can see nothing.
Why canwe not see reflection in the absence of light?
No, to see objects without the presence of light is impossible. Even a little light will help you see an object. Light has to reflect from the object to the eye to allow you to see it.
What do you need in order to see a shadow?
We need an source of light, an opaque object blocking the path of light, a screen behind the opaque object.
How do you see things?
how do we see things?...There must be a light source that strikes or shines on the object and reflects and to reach your eyes..,
When are objects visible to us?
we see things when a light source goes into our eyes or when it reflects off an object
Why do things look black and white at night?
You only "see" when light enters your eyes. In the dark, there is no light . . . the main reason why we call it "dark". Since there is no light, none can enter your eyes, and you do not see.
What object doesn't give out light?
Anything that you can't see in a dark room. Like my shoes, for example.
What 3 things must happen to be able to see something?
1. there mush be a source of light 2.the light must strike an object 3.the light must be reflected from the object to your eye
