Refraction Flashcards

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Refractive index

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Refractive index = c/n or sin i/sin r

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Critical angle

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When the angle of refraction is equal to 90 degrees, the angle of incidence is called the critical angle

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Total internal reflection

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At any angle the incidence greater than the critical angle, the light cannot pass through the surface- it is all reflected. This is called total internal reflection

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