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refraction

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Noun

the amount by which a propagating wave is bent

the change in direction of a propagating wave (light or sound) when passing from one medium to another

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Synonyms:
deflection deflexion

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angle of refraction double refraction index of refraction refraction
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angle of refraction ametropia refractivity refractiveness orthoscope birefringent mirage refractile rainbow refraction more...

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