Opaque Objects:
- Objects through which we cannot see at all are known as opaque objects.
- They do not allow the light to pass through them at all.
For Example - Wooden Box, Cardboard, Apple
Transparent Objects:
- Objects through which we can see clearly are known as transparent objects.
- Light can easily pass through them.
For Example - Glass, Water and Air
Translucent Objects:
- Objects through which we can see but not clearly are known as translucent objects.
- Light can pass through these objects partially.
For Example - Oily Paper, Butter Paper
Object/Material |
View through the object possible(Fully/Partially/not at all) |
Object is Opaque/Transparent/Translucent |
Pencil |
Not at all |
Opaque |
Rubber Ball |
Not at all |
Opaque |
Sheet of Paper |
Not very sure |
Translucent |