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3.1 · General properties of waves

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3.2.1-3.2.2 · Reflection and refraction of light

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The image in a plane mirror

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Constructions and calculations with plane mirrors

12m

Refraction of light: the angle of refraction

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Refraction by transparent blocks

14m

Refractive index and the speed of light

12m

Calculating refractive index: n = sin i / sin r

13m

Critical angle and total internal reflection

13m

Calculating the critical angle: n = 1 / sin c

12m

Optical fibres

13m

Reflection and refraction of light: practice

Reflection and refraction of light: exam practice

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Reflection and refraction of light: summary

3.2.3-3.2.4 · Thin lenses and dispersion of light

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3.3 · Electromagnetic spectrum

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3.4 · Sound

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3.2.1-3.2.2 · Reflection and refraction of lightLesson 1 of 14Free preview

Reflection of light: the normal, angle of incidence and angle of reflection

Every angle is measured from the normal, a line at 90° to the mirror. A beam 30° from the glass has i = 60°.