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PHY 104 Reflection and Refraction of Light Objective Question
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Question

According to the diagram on page 37, if light passes from a medium with a higher index of refraction (n1) to a medium with a lower index of refraction (n2), how does the ray bend relative to the normal?
Options
A It bends toward the normal.
B It bends away from the normal.
Correct Answer
C It continues in a straight line.
D It reflects entirely, with no refraction.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The right diagram on page 37 shows 'n1 > n2' and 'Ray bends away from ⊥ (normal)'.

Hint

Think about what happens when light exits a denser medium into a less dense medium.

Question Info

Course: PHY 104
Topic: Reflection and Refraction of Light
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 54 of 947
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