Refraction

Question 1

What is refraction

Answer 1

The change in direction of light when it enters a new medium

Question 2

Rules of refraction

Answer 2

1. When light enters a MORE DENSE medium, the refracted rays bends towards N
2. When light enters a LESS DENSE medium, the refracted ray bends away from N

Question 3

When light enters a more dense medium…

Answer 3

It SLOWS DOWN

Question 4

Index of refraction

Answer 4

Ratio of the speed of light in a vacuum to the speed and f light in a specific medium
(Unique and specific to each medium)