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Refraction

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Refraction is the change in direction of a wave, such as light or sound, as it passes from one medium to another.

Key Features

  • Bending of light rays
  • Occurs at boundaries between different mediums
  • Influenced by the refractive index of the materials involved

Pros

  • Essential for understanding how lenses work
  • Key principle in optics and physics
  • Used in various applications like eyeglasses, cameras, and microscopes

Cons

  • Can cause distortion or aberration if not managed properly in optical systems

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