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How to say: refraction

Spelling: Refraction Syllables refraction

US accent

/ɹᵻfɹˈækʃən/

UK accent

/ɹɪfɹˈakʃən/

Definition

Definition — the change in direction of a propagating wave (light or sound) when passing from one medium to another

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