Amplify Science - Vision and Light (4th Grade)

Front

What is the function of light receptors?

Back

To receive light and absorb light from an environment.

Front

What is the function of a pupil?

Back

To let light into an animal's eye.

Front

How something works or what something does is its_______?

Back

function

Front

A catfish is like a huge tongue because it has _________ receptors all over its body.

Back

taste

Front

Which is NOT one of the five senses?

Back

tell

Front

What are the five senses?

Back

Sight, hearing, taste, touch, smell.

Front

What is the role of the cornea in the eye?

Back

To help focus light onto the retina.

Front

What is the retina?

Back

A layer at the back of the eye that detects light and sends signals to the brain.

Front

What is the difference between reflection and refraction of light?

Back

Reflection is when light bounces off a surface; refraction is when light bends as it passes through different materials.

Front

What is a lens?

Back

A transparent object that bends light to help focus images.