Distinguish between transparent and translucent bodies.

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Transparent bodies Translucent bodies

Transparent bodies allow light to pass through them completely. Translucent bodies allow light to pass through them partially.

Examples: Air, glass, water, etc. Examples: Frosted glass, greased paper, wax paper, etc.

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Transparent bodies	Translucent bodies
Transparent bodies allow light to pass through them completely.	Translucent bodies allow light to pass through them partially.
Examples: Air, glass, water, etc.	Examples: Frosted glass, greased paper, wax paper, etc.

Distinguish between transparent and translucent bodies.

Transparent bodies Translucent bodies Transparent bodies allow light to pass through them completely. Translucent bodies allow light to pass through them partially. Examples: Air, glass, water, etc. Examples: Frosted glass, greased paper, wax paper, etc.

Transparent bodies Translucent bodies

Transparent bodies allow light to pass through them completely. Translucent bodies allow light to pass through them partially.

Examples: Air, glass, water, etc. Examples: Frosted glass, greased paper, wax paper, etc.