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6a44.20: TOTAL INTERNAL REFLECTION IN LONG TANK

PURPOSE: To demonstrate total internal reflection of a laser light.

DESCRIPTION: The laser light enters the end of the water tank and undergoes a series of internal reflections from the top surface of the water and the bottom of the tank.

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EQUIPMENT: Mounted laser with water tank.

SETUP TIME: 5 min.


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