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Which terms describe what happens when light interacts with a mirror?
Reflection
What happens when light an object?
When light meets any of the object it interacts with it...the interaction can be reflection, refraction, absorption, polarisation,diffraction or interference depending upon the nature of the body with which it interacts.
What happens to the speed of light when it passes through water?
It slows from c to c/n where n is the refractive index of water
What happens when light waves interacts with water?
When light waves interact with water, some of the light is absorbed and some is reflected. The absorbed light energy can cause water molecules to vibrate or move faster, leading to an increase in water temperature. Light can also be refracted as it passes through water, bending its path due to the change in medium.
What happens to absorbed light when it interacts with different materials?
When absorbed light interacts with different materials, it can be reflected, transmitted, or absorbed by the material. The specific outcome depends on the properties of the material, such as its color, texture, and composition.
Why does light slow down in water?
Light slows down in water because it interacts with the molecules in the water, causing it to change direction and speed. This interaction results in a decrease in the speed of light as it travels through the water.
What happens to light as it interacts with matter?
When light interacts with matter, it may be absorbed, transmitted, reflected, or refracted. The type of interaction depends on the properties of the material and the wavelength of the light. Some materials may only absorb certain wavelengths of light, while others may scatter light in all directions.
How does water scatter light?
Water molecules scatter light because they are smaller than the wavelength of visible light. When light enters water, it interacts with the molecules, causing it to change direction and spread out in different directions. This scattering of light is what makes the water appear clear or transparent.
Is hydration an example of weathering?
A type of Chemical weathering that happens when water interacts with minerals.
How does water interact with light that strikes it?
Water scatters and absorbs different wavelengths of light to varying degrees. Red light is absorbed quickly, leading to the bluish appearance of water as longer wavelengths penetrate deeper. Shorter wavelengths like blue and green are scattered by the water molecules, contributing to the color we perceive. Reflection from the water's surface also plays a role in how light interacts with it.
What happens to the energy from the light when the material changes?
When a material changes, the energy from the light can be absorbed, reflected, or transmitted through the material. The way the energy is affected depends on the properties of the material and how it interacts with the light.
Which term best describes what happens when light interacts with a mirror?
Reflection - the bouncing back of light rays from a surface, such as a mirror, without being absorbed.
