transmit light through a see through material.

Light will transmit through a glass pane.

reflection can occur on a transparent material.

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when the light transmits it may change direction and colour or intensity. 

Light will transmit through a surface if it is clear (like plain glass)

Light will also transmit through translucent (diffuses light - eg

frosted glass, or water)

If the surface is opaque it blocks the light. It is in shadow.

Light will transmit through a window during the day.

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Light will also transmit through glass panels.

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when the light transmits through a window it will create shadows

When other lighting occurs in the space the transmitted light is not so apparent.