Question

Difference between reflection and refraction of light hyperphysics.edu

Answer 1

 In reflection, light ray falling on the plane returns to the same medium
in refraction, the light changes direction, or 'bends' as it passes through the boundary between these two media.

Answer 2

✯ Reflection ✯

• ➷ The bouncing back of light is called reflection.

• ➷ It involves only a single medium.

• ➷ After reflection, only change in direction takes place.

✯ Refraction ✯

• ➷ The phenomenon of bending of light is called refraction.

• ➷ It involves two or more than two media.

• ➷ After refraction, changes in direction and velocity take place.