Associations to the word «Refraction»

Wiktionary

REFRACTION, noun. (physics) The turning or bending of any wave, such as a light or sound wave, when it passes from one medium into another of different optical density.
REFRACTION, noun. (metallurgy) The degree to which a metal or compound can withstand heat

Dictionary definition

REFRACTION, noun. The change in direction of a propagating wave (light or sound) when passing from one medium to another.
REFRACTION, noun. The amount by which a propagating wave is bent.

Wise words

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