Question

difference between refraction and reflection​

Answer 1

Answer:

Refraction:It is phenomenon in which there is change in path of light ray as it passes from one medium to another medium.

Reflection:It is the phenomenon of bouncing back of light rays in the same medium or striking a smooth surface.

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.

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