5th Grade Science Review

Front

What is the main function of a mirror?

Back

To reflect light.

Front

What does it mean when we say that water reflects light from the Sun?

Back

It means that the water bounces back the light rays from the Sun.

Front

How can you tell that a tinted car window is reflecting light?

Back

You can see yourself in the windows.

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

A material that does not allow heat or electricity to pass through easily.

Front

Which container was the best insulator in the boiling water experiment?

Back

Container 3.

Front

What is electrical energy?

Back

Energy that is caused by the movement of electrons.

Front

Give an example of an activity that uses electrical energy.

Back

Turning on a light bulb.

Front

What happens to light when it hits a mirror?

Back

It reflects off the surface.

Front

What is the difference between reflection and absorption of light?

Back

Reflection is when light bounces off a surface, while absorption is when light is taken in by a material.

Front

What is refraction?

Back

The bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.