Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics (4th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0133942651
ISBN 13: 978-0-13394-265-1

Chapter 35 - Optical Instruments - Conceptual Questions - Page 1016: 4

Answer

When a red card is illuminated by red light, the red card still appears red. When a red card is illuminated by blue light, the red card appears black.

Work Step by Step

A red card reflects red light and absorbs other colors of light. When a red card is illuminated by red light, the red light is reflected. Therefore, the red card still appears red. When a red card is illuminated by blue light, the blue light is absorbed, and no light is reflected. Therefore, the red card appears black.
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