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Reflection and Refraction Worksheet

Explore the principles of light reflection and refraction with this Grade 7 Science worksheet, covering mirrors, lenses, and how light behaves.

Grade 7 Science PhysicsReflection and Refraction
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Reflection and Refraction

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1. What happens when light bounces off a smooth surface?

a

Refraction

b

Reflection

c

Absorption

d

Diffraction

2. Which of these materials causes light to refract the most?

a

Air

b

Water

c

Glass

d

Diamond

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

4. A mirror that curves outward is a   mirror.

5. Light travels fastest through a vacuum.

T

True

F

False

6. A convex lens spreads light rays apart.

T

True

F

False

7. Explain the difference between diffuse reflection and specular reflection.

8. Look at the image below showing light entering water. Is this an example of reflection or refraction? Explain your answer.

Light refracting as it enters water