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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Dual Nature of Light

Question 1 • Crowley Credit Recovery Physics B

Which best describes reflection and refraction?

Answer
A
Waves change direction when encountering boundaries in reflection but not in refraction.
B
Waves change direction when encountering boundaries in refraction but not in reflection.
C
Waves change direction when encountering boundaries in both reflection and refraction.
D
Waves do not change direction when encountering boundaries in either reflection or refraction.

Explanation

Reflection occurs when a wave bounces off a boundary, changing its direction. Refraction occurs when a wave enters a different medium and changes direction because its speed changes. Therefore, waves can change direction in both processes; the best choice is “Waves change direction when encountering boundaries in both reflection and refraction.”

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