Here's why:

* Translucent: Means allowing some light to pass through, but not enough to see clearly through the object.

* Scatter: Means the light rays are deflected in many directions as they pass through the material.

Examples of translucent materials include:

* Frosted glass: The surface is roughened, scattering light rays.

* Wax paper: Allows some light to pass through, but it's scattered, making it difficult to see through clearly.

* Tissue paper: Thin and porous, so light is scattered as it passes through.

* Clouds: Composed of water droplets, they scatter light, making the sky appear bright during the day.

Important Note:

* Transparent materials allow light to pass through completely with little to no scattering, so you can see clearly through them.

* Opaque materials block all light from passing through, making them appear solid.