5th Grade Light STAAR Review

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What is the path that light travels in?

Back

Light travels in a straight line until it strikes a medium.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

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How do mirrors in a periscope help us see around corners?

Back

The mirrors reflect light, allowing us to see objects that are not directly in our line of sight.

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What is reflection of light?

Back

Reflection of light occurs when light bounces off a surface.

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Why does a fish appear closer to the surface of the water than it actually is?

Back

Light bends as it passes between the water and the air, causing the fish to appear at a different depth.

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What happens to light when it encounters an opaque object?

Back

Light cannot pass through opaque objects, resulting in the formation of a shadow.

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What is the definition of a shadow?

Back

A shadow is a dark area or shape produced by an object blocking light.

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NGSS.5-ESS1-2

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What is the role of a light source in the formation of shadows?

Back

A light source emits light that can be blocked by objects, creating shadows.

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What is the principle of refraction?

Back

Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another, such as from air to water.

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How does the angle of incidence affect reflection?

Back

The angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection; this means that light reflects off surfaces at the same angle it hits them.

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What is an example of light traveling in a straight line?

Back

When light from a flashlight shines directly onto a wall, it travels in a straight line until it hits the wall.

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