A matte black surface will absorb light the most because its rough texture scatters light in many different directions, increasing the chances of light being absorbed. Smooth and reflective surfaces, like a mirror, will reflect more light rather than absorbing it.
A dark, rough surface will absorb the most heat energy because it absorbs more sunlight and the rough texture increases the surface area for absorption. Smooth, light-colored surfaces reflect more sunlight and absorb less heat energy.
it depends on the surface. the ability for a light wave 2 "bounce off" lies in whether or not the substance will absorb that certain frequency of light...and the type of surface (i.e. smooth or rough)
Yes, most certainly it does. A stick is wood and is made of a fibrous material which can absorb water. In fact it can become so saturated with water that it will not float.
That depends on the material, its colour and the light. If you hit something red with red light it almost reflects everything, if you hit it with blue light, it gets almost completly absorbed.
Materials that absorb light well typically have a high level of pigmentation or are dark in color. Substances such as carbon-based materials, like charcoal or black paint, are known for their ability to absorb light. Additionally, certain metals and semiconductors can also absorb light depending on their chemical composition.
Rough,light colored surface
A dark, rough surface will absorb the most heat energy because it absorbs more sunlight and the rough texture increases the surface area for absorption. Smooth, light-colored surfaces reflect more sunlight and absorb less heat energy.
A dark, rough surface such as asphalt or forest will absorb the greatest amount of incoming solar radiation, as they have low albedo (reflectivity) and a large surface area for absorption.
it depends on the surface. the ability for a light wave 2 "bounce off" lies in whether or not the substance will absorb that certain frequency of light...and the type of surface (i.e. smooth or rough)
a solid surface
Every spectrum of light can be absorbed with the right materials.
visible light
Yes, most certainly it does. A stick is wood and is made of a fibrous material which can absorb water. In fact it can become so saturated with water that it will not float.
Dark matt surfaces absorb radiated heat much more easily than light-coloured shiny surfaces.
That depends on the material, its colour and the light. If you hit something red with red light it almost reflects everything, if you hit it with blue light, it gets almost completly absorbed.
Earth's surface don't give any light. It reflects the light from its surface.
A book typically reflects light due to its glossy or matte surface, depending on the type of paper and finish used. The reflective properties of the surface determine how much light is bounced off the book.