Fear of The Dark

Light, Shadows and Reflections Class 6 Notes -
Chapter 11
Fear of the DarkIs Light a TravelerTransparent Opaque and Translucent ObjectsWhat are
ShadowsThe Pinhole CameraMirrors and ReflectionFrequently Asked Questions on CBSE Class 6
Science Notes Chapter 11 Light Shadows and Reflections
According to the CBSE Syllabus 2023-24, this chapter has been renumbered as Chapter 8.
Fear of the Dark
Light as a form of energy

 Light is the energy that enables us to see.
 Light is emitted from a source such as the Sun.
To know more about Light Energy, visit the link below;
Light Energy
Is Light a Traveler?
Rectilinear Propagation of Light

Light takes the quickest path between any two points. Therefore, light travels in a straight line.
This is known as a rectilinear propagation of light.
Transparent, Opaque and Translucent Objects
Luminous and Non-luminous Objects

 Objects that emit light and heat are known as luminous objects. For example, Sun and
other stars
 Objects that do not produce their own light but reflect the light emitted by luminous
objects are known as non-luminous objects. For example, the Earth and the trees
Transparent, Opaque and Translucent Objects

Objects can be classified based on their interaction with light.
 Transparent objects allow light to pass through them without getting scattered. For
example, glass
 Translucent objects allow light to pass through them partially. For example, Butter paper
 Opaque objects do not allow any light to pass through them. For example, a table, a book,
etc
To know more about “Transparent, Opaque and Translucent Objects”, visit the link below;
Transparent, Translucent and Opaque

What are Shadows?
Shadow Formation
 A shadow is formed when an opaque object comes in the path of light.
 A shadow needs a screen where it is formed, for example, the ground, walls of a room or
even the surfaces of buildings.
 Shadows give us an idea about the shapes of different objects. Also, it can even mislead
us about the shape of different objects. E.g. the shadow of a cone appears to be a triangle
on the screen.
For more information on Shadow Formation, watch the below video

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To know more about Shadow Formation, visit the link below;
Shadow Formation
The Pinhole Camera
Formation of Image by Pinhole Camera

 A pinhole camera is a simple camera that consists of a light-proof box, a thin film for a
screen and a small aperture or hole to allow the passage of light rays.
 The light from outside enters through the small hole and forms an image on the screen
that is inverted.
To know more about Pinhole Camera, visit the link below;
Pinhole Camera
Mirrors and Reflection
Mirrors
A mirror is a surface usually consisting of glass that reflects light incident on it to form clear
erect images.
Reflection
When light is incident on a surface, it gets reflected or bounces back. Any surface that is really
well-polished or shiny acts like a mirror. The phenomenon of light bouncing off surfaces is
called reflection.
Characteristics of Images
 Images have colour, unlike shadows. They are formed due to the converging rays of light
that come after reflecting from objects.
 A real image is formed by the actual convergence of light rays. Real images always form
on a screen.
 A virtual image is the apparent convergence of diverging light rays. Virtual images
cannot be obtained on a screen.
Plane Mirrors and Images Formed by Them

A plane mirror changes the direction of light that falls on it.
This enables us to see images. Take the example of a comb placed in front of a mirror over a
dark-coloured paper. Let a beam of light pass through the comb on the mirror using a torch. Then
an image is observed similar to the one given :
We observe that the light gets reflected from this mirror, and it travels in straight lines.
To know more about Reflection on a Plan Mirror, visit the link below;
Reflection on a Plan Mirror
Learn more about the Light, Shadows, and Reflections from the topics given below:
Light Sources Nature of Light
Shadow Formation Reflection of Light
Frequently Asked Questions on CBSE Class 6 Science Notes

Chapter 11 Light Shadows and Reflections
Q1
What is the definition of light?

The energy derived from the sun, a lamp, etc., that allows you to see things is called light.
Q2
What is a range of visibility?
The horizontal distance (in kilometres or miles) at which a large dark object can just be seen
against the horizon sky in daylight.
Q3
What are the uses of spherical mirrors?
1. Used as a rear mirror 2. Security mirrors 3. Surveillance mirror

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Light, Shadows and Reflections Class 6 Notes -

Fear of the Dark

Light as a form of energy

Rectilinear Propagation of Light

Luminous and Non-luminous Objects

Transparent, Opaque and Translucent Objects

Transparent, Translucent and Opaque

For more information on Shadow Formation, watch the below video

The Pinhole Camera

Formation of Image by Pinhole Camera

Mirrors and Reflection

Plane Mirrors and Images Formed by Them

Reflection on a Plan Mirror

Light Sources Nature of Light

Shadow Formation Reflection of Light

Frequently Asked Questions on CBSE Class 6 Science Notes

What is the definition of light?

What is a range of visibility?

What are the uses of spherical mirrors?

1. Used as a rear mirror 2. Security mirrors 3. Surveillance mirror

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