Chapter No. 6: Refraction of Light,
What are the differences between reflection of light and refraction of light?
Reflection of light
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Refraction of light
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When light is travelling in a medium and falls on a surface, it changes its path and returns in the same medium. This phenomenon is called reflection of light.
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The phenomenon of change in the path of light as it travels obliquely from one transparent medium to another transparent medium is called refraction of light.
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Speed of light does not change after reflection.
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Speed of light changes due to refraction.
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Reflection takes place from a polished surface.
Example: Mirror.
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Refraction takes place through a transparent medium.
Example: Glass.
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Diagrammatic representation:
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Diagrammatic representation:
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