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Light: Shadows and Reflections

CBSE · Class 7 · Science

Complete topic list for Light: Shadows and Reflections in CBSE Class 7 Science. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 7 Science

Topics in Light: Shadows and Reflections

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1. Sources of Light

  • The Sun is the main source of natural light on Earth.
  • The Sun emits its own light, so it is a luminous object.
  • Stars, lightning, natural fire, and certain animals also emit their own light.
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2. Does Light Travel in a Straight Line?

  • Observations from the matchbox activity suggest that light travels in a straight line.
  • The candle-flame-through-pipe activity also shows that light travels in a straight line.
  • A candle flame can be seen through a straight pipe, but not through a bent pipe.
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3. Transparent, Translucent, and Opaque Materials

  • Light passes almost completely through transparent materials.
  • Light passes partially through translucent materials.
  • Light does not pass at all through opaque materials.
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4. Shadow Formation

  • A shadow is a dark patch formed where light does not reach because an opaque object blocks it.
  • To observe a shadow, three things are needed: a light source, an opaque object, and a screen.
  • Walls, floors, and the ground can act as screens.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Light: Shadows and Reflections

Sources of lightLuminous and non-luminous objectsTravel of lightMaterials and lightShadowsReflection of lightImages in a plane mirrorPinhole camera

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What are the important topics in Light: Shadows and Reflections for CBSE Class 7 Science?
Light: Shadows and Reflections covers several key topics that are frequently asked in CBSE Class 7 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in Light: Shadows and Reflections — CBSE Class 7 Science?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 41 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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