Light Absorption (VIP)


Fifth Grade

5.PS.2a
PS

Overview

Science Content:

Light travels and maintains its directions until it interacts with an object or moves from one medium to another and then it can be reflected, refracted or absorbed.

 

Estimated Time: 1-2 class periods

 

Plan and implement scientific experiments to investigate light absorption. Variables to consider:

  • material of the object
  • the intensity of and the angle at which the light strikes the surface
  • how long the light shines on the object and how much light is absorbed

 


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