Refraction

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ɹəˈfɹækʃən/
• Rhymes: -ækʃən

Origin

refract + -ion

Full definition of refraction

Noun

1. (physics) The turning or bending of any wave, such as a light or sound wave, when it passes from one medium into another of different optical density.
2. (metallurgy) The degree to which a metal or compound can withstand heat

Related terms

• refractive
• refractory

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