The assimilation of radiation by molecules of matter is
A)refraction.
B)absorption.
C)reflection.
D)transmission.
E)scattering.

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The assimilation or capture of radiation by molecules of matter is called absorption. Option A, refraction, is the bending of light as it passes through different mediums. Option C, reflection, is the bouncing back of light rays from the surface of a material. Option D, transmission, is the passing of light through matter without any interaction. Option E, scattering, is the redirection of light's path as it interacts with particles in matter.

The Assimilation of Radiation by Molecules of Matter Is