Question

Differentiate between reflection and refraction of light.

Answer 1

Differences between refraction and reflection are

Reflection:

1. It is rebouncing of light from a surface of the reflecting medium.

2. It occurs only in one medium

3. the angle of incidence will always be equal to the angle of reflection, i.e., i=r

4. It occurs in mirrors

Refraction:

1. It is light travelling from one medium to another

2. It takes place in 2 mediums

3. The angle of incidence depends upon the medium (i.e., how much denser or rarer it is.

4. It occurs in lenses

Answer 2

Dear Student,

◆ Difference between reflection and refraction of light -

• Reflection is return of light rays while refraction is deviation of light rays.
• Angle of reflection and angle of reflection are always same. Angle of incidence and angle of refraction are not same.
• In reflection, speed of light is unaltered. In refraction, speed of light changes.
• Reflection occurs at mirrors while refraction occurs through lenses.

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