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AP Physics 2 Flashcards: Refraction

Study Refraction in AP Physics 2 with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

What is the effect of refraction on a straight object in water?

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ANSWER

The object appears bent or displaced at the surface. Light bends at the interface, creating optical illusion.

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This deck focuses on Refraction, giving you a quick way to review the definitions, rules, and examples that matter most for AP Physics 2.

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Work through these flashcards in short sessions. Try to answer each prompt before flipping the card, then revisit any cards you miss until the explanation feels automatic.

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A light ray travels in glycerin and reaches a boundary with water at 45∘45^\circ to the normal. Glycerin has the higher refractive index (nglycerin>nwatern_{glycerin} > n_{water}). Which way does the ray bend as it enters the water?
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