NOTE: Some of the pictures above may show both reflection & refraction. To count as a reflection, you should be able to see a clearly visible (but not necessarily in focus) image. Amorphous shapes & bright light reflections don't count. REFLECTION Which of the photos above REFRACTION Which of the photos above

NOTE: Some of the pictures above may show both reflection & refraction. To count as a reflection, you should be able to see a clearly visible (but not necessarily in focus) image. Amorphous shapes & bright light reflections don't count. REFLECTION Which of the photos above REFRACTION Which of the photos above

Inquiry into Physics

8th Edition

ISBN:9781337515863

Author:Ostdiek

Publisher:Ostdiek

Chapter9: Optics

Section: Chapter Questions

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