General Physics, 2nd Edition
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Author: Morton M. Sternheim
Publisher: WILEY
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Chapter 23, Problem 54E
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To determine
The diagram for change in wave front of wave as it changes its medium.
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To determine
To derive Snell’s law using similar triangle.
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