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6th Class Science Light, Shadows and Reflections Question Bank Light Shadows and Reflections

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    The diagram given below shows a shadow formed when light falls on an opaque object. What are the characteristics of the shadow?
    (i) It is black in colour.
    (ii) It has the same shape as the object.
    (iii) It has the same size as the object.
    (iv) It has the same colour as that of the object.

    A)  Only (i) and (ii)

    B)  Only (ii) and (iii)

    C)  Only (i) and (iii)

    D)  Only (ii), (iii) and (iv)

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    Statements (i) and (ii) are the characteristics of the shadow. The size of the object changes when the distance between the light source and the object changes. Shadows are always black or dark in colour.


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