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Lens – a curved, transparent object that forms an image

by refracting light.

*Convex lens – a lens that is thicker in the middle than

at the edges.

*Concave lens – a lens that is thinner in the middle than

at the edges.

*Convex mirror – a mirror that is curved outward like the back of a spoon.

*Concave mirror – a mirror that is curved inward like the inside of a spoon.

Copy and complete the following chart. Fill the page!

Convex lens Concave lens

Write your full name Use a mirror to draw the reflection of your name

Write “Reflection” Use a mirror to draw the reflection of the word

Draw a picture Use a mirror to draw the reflection of the picture

1. Draw a picture.2. Draw what your picture looks like through a convex lens.

1. Draw a picture.2. Draw what your picture looks like through a concave lens.

Full Name

Reflection

1. How do objects look when viewed through a convex lens?

2. How do objects look when viewed through a concave lens?

3. How do objects look when they are reflected off of a convex mirror?

4. How do objects look when they are reflected off of a concave mirror?

Copy and answer the following questions on a piece of paper.

1. Illustrate how light is refracted by a convex lens. (p. 603)

2. Illustrate how light is refracted by a concave lens. (p. 604)

3. Illustrate how light is reflected by a convex mirror. (p. 602)

4. Illustrate how light is reflected by a concave mirror. (p. 600)

Use your textbook to explain your observations.

Telescopes

Microscopes

Camera Lenses

Satellite Dish

Magnifying Glass

Security Mirror

Corrective Vision