Question

ingrid says that a red ball of clay appears red because the clay reflects red wavelengths. simon says that the clay appears red because it allows red wavelengths to pass through it. which statement best explains who is correct? ingrid is correct. the clay appears red because it reflects red wavelengths. ingrid is correct. the clay appears red because it is a type of matter. simon is correct. the clay appears red because it allows red wavelengths to pass through it. simon is correct. the clay appears red because it is a solid.

Explanation:

The color of an opaque object is determined by the wavelengths of light it reflects. A red ball of clay is opaque. It appears red because it reflects red wavelengths of light. Transmission (allowing light to pass through) is a property of transparent or translucent objects. Since clay is opaque, Simon's explanation about transmission is incorrect. Also, being a type of matter or a solid does not explain the color - the color is due to light reflection.

Answer:

Ingrid is correct. The clay appears red because it reflects red wavelengths.