I need to solve this worksheet by matching the definitions on the right with the correct terms "reflection" or "refraction" on the left.
Let me analyze each definition one by one:
1. "Looking into a mirror" - This is reflection, as mirrors work by reflecting light.
2. "A light ray hits a surface and bounces off" - This is the classic definition of reflection.
3. "Moonlight over water" - This is reflection, as we see the moon's light reflected on the water's surface.
4. "Happens when light hits a surface that is smooth" - This can be either, but typically refers to specular reflection on smooth surfaces.
5. "Prism" - This is refraction, as prisms bend light to create rainbows.
6. "Occurs when light bends" - This is the definition of refraction.
7. "Magnifying glass" - This is refraction, as magnifying glasses use curved lenses to bend light.
8. "Light travels through a dense material, like water" - This is refraction, as light changes speed and direction when moving between different media.
Now I'll organize these into the correct columns.
For "reflection":
- Looking into a mirror
- A light ray hits a surface and bounces off
- Moonlight over water
- Happens when light hits a surface that is smooth
For "refraction":
- Prism
- Occurs when light bends
- Magnifying glass
- Light travels through a dense material, like water
I'll now provide the final answer with the completed worksheet.
The completed worksheet should have:
- Under "reflection": Looking into a mirror, A light ray hits a surface and bounces off, Moonlight over water, Happens when light hits a surface that is smooth
- Under "refraction": Prism, Occurs when light bends, Magnifying glass, Light travels through a dense material, like water
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