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Prism
A triangular glass prism: bends a ray toward its base.
How to add
In the left Instruments and experiments panel, Light and lenses section: click the element and it appears in the centre of the frame. Rays are traced instantly, no need to run the simulation. Put the prism in the path of the ray and rotate it.
Properties
- Refractive index
- The larger it is, the more the prism deflects the ray.
- Angle, W and H
- Rotation and size of the prism.
Tips
- Change the prism angle and watch the deflection of the ray.
- For an experiment with refraction on two faces, aim the ray at a side face.