Reflection & Refraction
Revise Reflection & Refraction in Waves for GCSE Physics with 15 exam-style questions and 15 flashcards. This is a high-frequency exam topic, so students should expect to explain it clearly under timed conditions.
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Why a Straw Looks Bent in Water
Reflection — The Law of Reflection
Refraction — Bending at Boundaries
Why Refraction Happens
Total Internal Reflection
How It Works: Total Internal Reflection in Optical Fibres
Key Definitions
Common Misconceptions
Memory Aid
Higher Tier Only: The Critical Angle Formula
Exam Focus
Exam Tips
Topic Summary: Reflection and Refraction
Sample Flashcards
Sample Questions
According to the law of reflection, the angle of incidence is:
Explain why a ray of light bends when it passes from air into water.
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