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refraction

ref·rac·tion

UK/ɹəˈfɹækʃən/ uncommon

noun

1.

the change in direction of a propagating wave (light or sound) when passing from one medium to another

2.

the amount by which a propagating wave is bent

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  • angle of refraction
  • astronomic refraction
  • astronomical refraction
  • atmospheric refraction
  • double refraction
  • index of refraction

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