What is it called when

Light changes direction and slows down when it enters water from air.

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Chemistry

Zion Haley

1 October, 20:00

What is it called when

Light changes direction and slows down when it enters water from air.

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Mario Monroe · Answer 1

When light travels from air into water, it slows down, causing it to change direction slightly. This change of direction is called refraction. When light enters a more dense substance (higher refractive index), it 'bends' more towards the normal line.

Drew Woodard · Answer 2

Drew Woodard 1 October, 22:46

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This should be called refraction

What is it called whenLight changes direction and slows down when it enters water from air.

What is it called when

Light changes direction and slows down when it enters water from air.