Looking at the pile of rocks, I can see they are solid, opaque objects. Rocks do not allow light to pass through them, and you cannot see through them to view objects on the other side. Therefore, the pile of rocks is opaque.
Now I'll summarize my findings:
Transparent:
- Clear glass (you can see clearly through it)
- Green bottle (glass allows light to pass through, even with color tint)
Translucent:
- Glass of orange juice (light passes through but is diffused by the cloudy liquid)
Opaque:
- Sunglasses (dark lenses block light from passing through)
- Pencil (solid object that doesn't allow light to pass through)
- Pile of rocks (solid objects that don't allow light to pass through)
This categorization is based on how each object interacts with light - whether it allows light to pass through clearly (transparent), partially/diffusely (translucent), or not at all (opaque).
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of transparent translucent opaque worksheet.
