Light Energy

Radiant energy that we can see with our eyes is called __________ energy. 

• Thermal
• Light
• Heat
• Sound

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

The L in MELTS stands for __________ energy.

• Linear
• Lateral
• Local
• Light

Shadows are evidence that light travels through space in a straight line or direct path.

• True
• False

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NGSS.5-ESS1-2

Reflection is when light __________.

• bends
• changes direction
• bounces
• passes through a medium

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

Refraction is when light __________.

• bends
• bounces

• passes through

• is absorbed

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

What medium reflects light BEST? 

• mirror

• metal spoon

• water 
• aluminum foil

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

Why do objects appear bigger in water? 

• Refraction
• Reflection

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

Which of the following refracts light? 

• wood block

• a mirror

• a hand lens

• a metal spoon

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

A prism

• reflects light.

• refracts light. 

Why do objects sometimes appear bigger in water? 

• reflection

• refraction

• transmission

• absorption

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-2