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L4-04: REFRACTION - CAN IN WATER TANK

PURPOSE: To illustrate refraction.

DESCRIPTION: The can floats halfway into a water bath. Viewed at an angle, the can appears discontinuous at the water surface.

SUGGESTIONS:

REFERENCES: (PIRA 6A42.45)

EQUIPMENT: Weighted cola can floating in water bath in fish tank.

SETUP TIME: 5 min.


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