Question 32
Refraction of LightTotal internal reflection will not occur when light travels from
- A.water to air.
- B.water into glass.
- C.glass to air.
- D.glass into water.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (water into glass.)
Explanation
Total internal reflection can only happen when light goes from a denser to a less dense medium. Water into glass is less dense to denser, so it cannot occur.