Scribd
Upload
7 views1 page

Light

The document provides an overview of light, defining it as a form of energy that allows us to see and describing its properties such as reflection, refraction, and dispersion. It explains the types of light sources, the laws of reflection, and the characteristics of different types of mirrors. Additionally, it discusses practical applications of light in devices like periscopes, microscopes, telescopes, and optical fibers.

Uploaded by

momopep782
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
7 views1 page

Light

The document provides an overview of light, defining it as a form of energy that allows us to see and describing its properties such as reflection, refraction, and dispersion. It explains the types of light sources, the laws of reflection, and the characteristics of different types of mirrors. Additionally, it discusses practical applications of light in devices like periscopes, microscopes, telescopes, and optical fibers.

Uploaded by

momopep782
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 1

Light - Class 7

1. Definition of Light
o Light is a form of energy that enables us to see objects.
o It travels in a straight line (rectilinear propagation of light).
2. Sources of Light
o Luminous objects: Objects that produce their own light (e.g., Sun, candle,
torch).
o Non-luminous objects: Objects that reflect light but do not produce their own
(e.g., Moon, book, mirror).
3. Properties of Light
o Reflection: Bouncing back of light when it hits a smooth surface.
o Refraction: Bending of light when it passes from one medium to another
(e.g., air to water).
o Dispersion: Splitting of white light into seven colors when passed through a
prism.
4. Reflection of Light
o Laws of Reflection:

2. The angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection (∠i = ∠r).


1. The incident ray, reflected ray, and normal all lie in the same plane.

o Types of Reflection:

 Regular Reflection: Light reflects off a smooth surface (e.g., mirror).


 Diffuse Reflection: Light reflects off a rough surface (e.g., paper).
5. Mirrors and Their Types
o Plane Mirror: Forms virtual, upright, and same-size images.
o Concave Mirror: Can form real or virtual images depending on the object’s
position.
o Convex Mirror: Always forms virtual, diminished, and upright images.
6. Refraction of Light
o When light passes from one medium to another (e.g., air to water), it changes
speed and direction.
o If moving from air to glass, light bends towards the normal.
o If moving from glass to air, light bends away from the normal.
7. Dispersion of Light
o When white light passes through a prism, it splits into seven colors
(VIBGYOR).
o This happens because different colors have different wavelengths and bend by
different amounts..
8. Applications of Light

 Periscopes: Use mirrors to reflect light and help see over obstacles.
 Microscopes & Telescopes: Use lenses and mirrors to magnify images.
 Optical Fibres: Used in communication, work on total internal reflection.

You might also like

pFad - Phonifier reborn

Pfad - The Proxy pFad of © 2024 Garber Painting. All rights reserved.

Note: This service is not intended for secure transactions such as banking, social media, email, or purchasing. Use at your own risk. We assume no liability whatsoever for broken pages.


Alternative Proxies:

Alternative Proxy

pFad Proxy

pFad v3 Proxy

pFad v4 Proxy