College Physics (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32160-183-1
ISBN 13: 978-0-32160-183-4

Chapter 22 - Reflection and Refraction of Light - Learning Path Questions and Exercises - Conceptual Questions - Page 773: 11

Answer

In a prism, there are two refractions and two dispersions because both refractions cause the refracted light to bend downward, therefore doubling the effect or dispersion.

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In a prism, there are two refractions and two dispersions because both refractions cause the refracted light to bend downward, therefore doubling the effect or dispersion.
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