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Transparent, Translucent & Opaque

Investigate the effect of placing objects made of different materials in the path of a beam of light, discovering transparent, translucent, and opaque materials

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Question 1 of 3

Sam shines a flashlight through six objects in this order: 1. a clear plastic sheet 2. a frosted glass window 3. a wooden block 4. a clear glass cup 5. a piece of wax paper 6. a metal spoon Which answer correctly classifies each object as transparent, translucent, or opaque?

Question 2 of 3

Lily looks at a thin, clear sheet of plastic that she can see through easily. Which word best describes how light will pass through this material?

Question 3 of 3

A student shines a flashlight across the room and then places each of the following objects in front of the beam. Which object will let the most light pass through?

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