A particle interpretation of optical refraction

Using conservation of momentum in the directionparallel to the interface, we show that Snell's law forrefraction follows, given a particle interpretation for theconstitution of light.

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Published in:Physics education 2000-09, Vol.35 (5), p.363-364
Main Author: Weisz, J F
Format: Article
Language:English
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Snells law
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Summary:Using conservation of momentum in the directionparallel to the interface, we show that Snell's law forrefraction follows, given a particle interpretation for theconstitution of light.
ISSN:0031-9120
1361-6552
DOI:10.1088/0031-9120/35/5/310