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Refraction
01
the amount by which a propagating wave is bent
02
the bending of the wave's path as it passes from one medium to another; caused by a change in its speed or direction
Example
The refraction of light through the water created a rainbow effect.
Refraction causes objects underwater to appear closer than they actually are.
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fract
Verb
fraction
Noun
refraction
Noun
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