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Investigating Optics"Optics for Kids"Grade 8 Science |
Specific Expectations -compare the properties of visible light with the properties of other types of electromagnetic radiation - identify ways in which the characteristics of mirrors and convex and concave lenses determine their use in optical instruments - explain the function and purpose of combinations of multiple lenses or lenses and mirrors in optical systems |
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Use the Optics for Kids web site to answer the questions.
http://www.opticalres.com/kidoptx.html
1. Light is a kind of energy called what? ____________________________________________
2. Name three other kinds of EM radiation. _________________________________________
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3. How is light different? _______________________________________________________
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4. How fast does light travel? ___________________________________________________
5. What are the straight paths of light called? ________________________________________
6. In what three ways can light be controlled? _______________________________________
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7.Define refraction. ___________________________________________________________
8. List 5 things that control light. _________________________________________________
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9. What do all lenses do? _____________________________________________________
10. Describe the difference between convex and concave lenses.________________________
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11. What are complex lenses and why are they used? ________________________________
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12. Give an example of a devise that uses a complex lens. _____________________________
13. What type of lens is a magnifying glass? ________________________________________
14. Describe how a magnifying glass makes an object look larger. _______________________
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