refractions

[US]/[rɪˈfrækʃənz]/
[UK]/[rɪˈfrækʃənz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.The bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.; A change in direction of a wave.; A deviation from a general trend or pattern.; A change in attitude or behavior.

Phrases & Collocations

light refractions

water refractions

analyzing refractions

observe refractions

complex refractions

study refractions

caused refractions

visible refractions

multiple refractions

detect refractions

Example Sentences

the water's surface created beautiful refractions of the sunlight.

we studied the refractions of light through a prism in physics class.

the artist used refractions in the glass sculpture to create a dazzling effect.

the telescope’s lenses corrected for refractions caused by the earth’s atmosphere.

the diamond’s cut maximizes refractions, giving it its sparkle.

optical fibers rely on total internal refractions to transmit data.

the pool’s refractions distorted the view of the trees on the other side.

he analyzed the refractions of x-rays to determine the crystal structure.

the lighthouse beam’s refractions created a mesmerizing pattern on the water.

the scientist measured subtle refractions to confirm the star’s position.

the film used clever lighting and refractions to create a surreal atmosphere.

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