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Objects that reflect light are said to be "reflective", objects that scatter light are said to be "diffusive", and objects that transmit light are said to be "transparent" or "translucent".

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Do opaque objects transmit and reflect light?

Opaque objects do not transmit light, meaning light cannot pass through them. Instead, they reflect, absorb, or scatter light that strikes them, depending on their properties.


Do all objects reflect light?

No, not all objects reflect light. Some objects absorb light, while others transmit it through or scatter it around. Objects appear to reflect light depending on their material composition and surface properties.


Why do different elements have different colors?

The color of objects is determined by their ability to reflect, absorb, scatter or transmit light and also by the anatomy& physiology of the eye and brain.


What is the term for materials transmit and scatter light?

translucent


What are objects that do not transmit light called?

Objects that do not transmit light are called opaque objects. These objects absorb or reflect light, preventing it from passing through them. Examples include wood, metal, and concrete.


What is a substance that dose not transmit light?

An opaque object does not reflect light. Opaque objects absorb light.


Does opaque light transmiss?

No, opaque objects do not transmit light. They absorb or reflect light, making them not transparent or translucent.


Why objects may not shine with their own light but are still visible?

They reflect and scatter visible light that comes from an external source.


What two terms describe objects from which light is provided?

Luminous objects are sources that emit light, while illuminated objects are those that reflect or scatter light from a different source.


Is cork board best used to reflect absorb or transmit light?

Cork board is best used to absorb light rather than reflect or transmit it. The textured surface of cork board helps to scatter and absorb light, reducing glare and creating a softer, warmer lighting effect in a space.


Do transparent objects reflect light?

No, a transparent object would totally transmit all light through it. However there are no transparent objects, and objects which we think of as being transparent are in fact translucent. All objects absorb at least some light. Glass for instance will transmit about 90% or so of visible light and reflect the rest. A transparent object will invariably have edges. Those edges are typically polished to facilitate transmission. A polished surface will always reflect some light.


Does blue reflect or absorb light?

Blue objects appear blue because they absorb most colors of light in the visible spectrum and reflect blue light. This means that blue objects absorb the other colors of light (such as red and green) and transmit or reflect the blue light, giving them their characteristic color.