What is the difference between transparent and opaque objects? Give two examples of each.

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Transparent objects Opaque objects

If light falling on the object can pass through it, its termed as transparent object. If no light is able to pass through an object, it is called an opaque object.

Examples: Glass and air. Examples: wood, iron or aluminium.

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Transparent objects	Opaque objects
If light falling on the object can pass through it, its termed as transparent object.	If no light is able to pass through an object, it is called an opaque object.
Examples: Glass and air.	Examples: wood, iron or aluminium.