Total Internal Reflection
Students will investigate total internal reflection, understanding critical angle and its applications in optical fibers and prisms.
Key Questions
- Analyze the conditions necessary for total internal reflection to occur.
- Evaluate the practical applications of total internal reflection in technology.
- Design a system that utilizes total internal reflection for communication or imaging.
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
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