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ICSE · Class 5 · Science
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What is light?
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Light is a form of energy that helps us see things around us. It comes from sources like the Sun, bulbs, and candles.
Name two natural sources of light.
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Sun and fireflies. The Sun is the main natural source of light. Fireflies produce light at night through a chemical process.
Name two artificial sources of light.
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Electric bulb and candle. These are man-made sources used when natural light is not available.
How do we see objects?
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We see objects when light from a source falls on them and bounces back into our eyes. This bouncing back of light is called reflection.
Why can we see a book under a lamp?
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The light from the lamp falls on the book and reflects into our eyes. This reflection allows us to see the book clearly.
What are transparent objects? Give two examples.
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Transparent objects allow all light to pass through them. We can see clearly through them. Examples: glass, clear water.
What are translucent objects? Give two examples.
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Translucent objects allow some light to pass through them. We can see through them but not clearly. Examples: tracing paper, frosted glass.
What are opaque objects? Give two examples.
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Opaque objects do not allow any light to pass through them. We cannot see through them. Examples: wood, metal.
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