Reflection and Refraction

Discover light reflection and refraction! This science worksheet explains how light bends and bounces.

Light travels in straight lines. True False Light can be absorbed. True False Light can be reflected. True False Light reflects well off of: Dark objects Shiny objects Transparent objects Fluffy objects Refraction is when light: Bends Reflects Stops Jumps Refraction occurs when light travels through one medium to another, slowing its speed. True False Choose whether the picture is an example of reflection or refraction Reflection Refraction Briefly explain what is happening in this picture: Aboriginals were experts at spear fishing. How does refraction add to the difficulty of catching a fish using a spear?