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Question
Explain the difference between a transparent, a translucent, and an opaque medium. Give two examples of each.
Solution
1. Transparent objects: Those objects through which light can pass easily are called transparent objects. e.g. Water, glass, air.
2. Translucent object: The object through which light can pass partially are called translucent object, e.g. tracing paper, waxed paper.
3. Opaque object: The objects which do not allow the light to pass through are called opaque objects, e.g. wood.
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