Vision and Light Review

Front

What happens when light hits a mirror?

Back

It reflects off the surface of the mirror.

Front

What is the hole that lets light into the eye?

Back

Pupil

Front

After forming an image, the brain compares the image to what?

Back

Memories

Front

Which part of the eye takes in the light?

Back

Pupil

Front

What must the Tokay gecko be able to do to find its food?

Back

See

Front

What is light?

Back

Light is a form of energy that travels in waves.

Front

What is reflection?

Back

Reflection is when light bounces off a surface.

Front

What is refraction?

Back

Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.

Front

What is the role of the optic nerve?

Back

The optic nerve transmits visual information from the eye to the brain.

Front

What is the function of the cornea?

Back

The cornea helps to focus light as it enters the eye.