Glencoe Physical Science with Earth Science

Section 1: Observing the Universe

Section Review Quiz

1
What is the curvature of an objective lens?
A)convex
B)convex
C)refracting
D)reflecting
2
What type of of optical telescope uses a lens as an objective?
A)refracting
B)reflecting
C)convex
D)radio
3
What does a spectroscope do?
A)A spectroscope uses a convex lens.
B)A spectroscope disperses the light into a spectrum.
C)A spectroscope uses a concave lens.
D)A spectroscope uses chemicals.
4
What are the names given to patterns of stars in the sky.
A)Mythology
B)Canis Major
C)Constellations
D)Polaris
5
The distance light travels in one year is called?
A)Spectrum
B)A light-year
C)A space year
D)Warp Speed
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