Reflection and Refraction Flashcards
What is reflection for waves
When a wave hits the boundary and is reflected with an equal angle of reflection as incidence
What is refraction fro waves
when a wave hits the boundary and is absorbed by the material to continue travelling through it
What is spectacular reflection
The wave is reflected in a single direction by a smooth surface
What is diffuse reflection
The wave is reflected is multiple directions by a rough surface
What is the angle of refraction based off
Density of material
If it moves from a lower density to a higher density where will the light refract?
Towards the normal
If it moves from a higher density to a lower density where will the light refract?
Away from the normal