Science Worksheet - Answer Key
Question 1: Write the word next to the description it matches.
1. Absorption occurs when an object takes in a light wave.
2. Refraction is the bending of light when it passes into a new medium.
3. Prism is a piece of glass that separates white light into its different wavelengths.
4. The visible light is a blend of the colors of the rainbow.
5. Reflection occurs when light rays bounce off.
Question 2: Tell if each statement is true or false. Explain your choice. Give an example.
1. A piece of glass reflects more light than a piece of paper.
- This statement is True.
- Explanation: Glass has a smooth and shiny surface, which reflects light more efficiently than the
rough surface of paper, which scatters light. For example, a mirror reflects much more light than
paper.
2. Only sound energy travels in waves.
- This statement is False.
- Explanation: Light energy also travels in waves, specifically electromagnetic waves. For
example, visible light waves can be observed through the colors in a rainbow.
Question 3: Choose the correct answer.
1. Absorption occurs when an object takes in a light wave.
- Correct answer: a) Absorption
2. Refraction is the bending of light when it passes into a new medium.
- Correct answer: c) Refraction
3. What happens during refraction of light as it passes through a prism?
- Correct answer: a) Light bends and separates into individual colors.
4. Why does light bend when it travels through a different medium?
- Correct answer: a) Light changes speed when it passes through a different medium.
5. Which of the following can act like a prism?
- Correct answer: b) Raindrop
6. If an object looks red, that means:
- Correct answer: c) It reflects red color, and absorbs all other colors of light.
7. If an object looks black, that means:
- Correct answer: b) It absorbs all colors of light.
Question 4: Answer the following questions.
1. What do you think happens when light waves strikes a new car?
- When light waves strike a new car, part of the light is reflected, giving the car its shiny
appearance, while the rest is absorbed or scattered depending on the color and material of the car's
surface.
2. What are the 3 things that could happen to light when it strikes an object?
- Light can be reflected, absorbed, or transmitted through the object.
3. What can cause the light refraction?
- Light refraction occurs when light passes from one medium to another (e.g., air to water or
glass), causing a change in its speed and direction.
