Unit 6- Light: Refraction vs Reflection STAAR Review

Unit 6- Light: Refraction vs Reflection STAAR Review

Assessment

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Science

5th - 6th Grade

Practice Problem

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is refraction?

Back

Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another, changing its speed.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is reflection?

Back

Reflection is the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why does a child's face appear smaller behind a jar of water?

Back

Because light travels in a straight line until it passes through water and is refracted.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which color of paint reflects more light?

Back

White paint reflects more light than black paint.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to light when it hits a mirror?

Back

Light travels in a straight line and reflects off the mirror.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does a periscope work?

Back

A periscope allows you to see objects that are not in your direct line of sight by using mirrors to reflect light at a 90-degree angle.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the speed of light in a vacuum?

Back

The speed of light in a vacuum is approximately 299,792 kilometers per second.

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