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refraction

1 of 1noun
/rɪˈfrækʃən/
1

the amount by which a propagating wave is bent

2

the bending of the wave's path as it passes from one medium to another; caused by a change in its speed or direction

  • The refraction of light through the water created a rainbow effect.
  • Refraction causes objects underwater to appear closer than they actually are.
  • The scientist studied the refraction of waves as they entered different materials.
  • The optical illusion was caused by the refraction of light through the glass.
  • The physicist measured the angle of refraction to study material properties.