Question

a hand lens can be used to make small objects appear larger. which statement best explains how a hand lens works? a. the lens bounces light off the objects surface. b. the lens bends light passing though it. c. the lens uses light to change the objects color. d. the lens changes light to heat energy.

Explanation:

A hand - lens is a convex lens. When light passes through a convex lens, it bends (refracts) the light rays. This bending of light makes the object appear larger. Option A refers to reflection which is not the principle of how a hand - lens works. Option C about changing color and option D about changing light to heat energy are not related to the magnifying function of a hand - lens.

Answer:

B. The lens bends light passing though it.