A light design excursion

There are several different scientific aspects to light which affect design.

Below we explore them. Tap on the image to see more.

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White light is created when the primary light colours mix together in equal proportions

Light will transmit through a surface if it is clear


Light is prevented from moving through a surface if it is opaque

A surface that is not reflecting light is in shadow.

Refraction is often remembered as the ‘bent’ ruler exercise from school.

Reflection is what we see in a mirror

Using sunglasses is an example of polarising light.

A light globe emits light

A surface will absorb light. If it doesn't reflect anything it will be seen as black.

A rainbow is an example of diffraction

 Light changes when it scatters. This can be in many ways seen above.

The sun provides us with natural light. Please click on the images with titles to see more about that topic