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PHY 104 Reflection and Refraction of Light Objective Question

Question

What is the phenomenon called when light changes direction as it crosses a boundary from one medium to another?
Options
A Reflection
B Refraction
Correct Answer
C Diffraction
D Dispersion
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 37 introduces this as, 'Light changes direction when crossing a boundary from one medium to another. This is called refraction...'

Hint

This effect is responsible for why objects appear distorted when partially submerged in water.

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