define luminous and non luminous object
Answers
luminous object have their own light the image light like sun .non luminous objects have do not their own light like Moon .
✦ Question ✦
Define luminous and non luminous object
Answer :-
- Luminous objects are objects that generate their own light.
- Illuminated objects are objects that are capable of reflecting light to our eyes.
✦ Example of Luminous Object ✦
The sun is an example of a luminous object,
✦ Example of Non - Luminous Object ✦
The moon is an illuminated object. During the day,
Why Sun is referred as Luminous Object ?
- Sun emits light as a result of fusion of Hydrogen atoms.
There by , it is considered as Luminous objects.
Quick Note :-
The sun generates sufficient light to illuminate objects on Earth.
Why Moon is referred as Non - Luminous Object ?
- Moon shines by reflecting the sunlight falling on it.
There by , it is considered as Non - Luminous objects.
Quick Note :-
Moon get it's light from the sun .
In the same way mirror also does not emit its own light but reflects and absorbs light rays coming from the sun .
❥ Some Luminous Bodies found on Earth ❥
- Sun
- Glowworm
- Stars
- Alighted torch
- A kerosene oil lamp
- Burning candle
❥ Some Non - Luminous Bodies found on Earth ❥
- Metals
- Stones
- Houses
- Electric poles
- Trees
- Bushes
- Moon
- Furniture