Snell's Law Simulation

Snell's Law Simulation

Medium 1 Medium 2
Incident Angle:
Refracted Angle:

Snell's Law Explanation

Snell's Law describes how light bends as it passes from one medium to another. The angle of refraction depends on the refractive indices of the two mediums and the angle of incidence.

Formula

Snell's law is represented by the formula:

n1sinθ1 = n2sinθ2

Where:

  • n1 = Refractive index of medium 1
  • n2 = Refractive index of medium 2
  • θ1 = Angle of incidence
  • θ2 = Angle of refraction

Real-World Applications

  • Lenses: Used in the design of eyeglasses, cameras, and telescopes.
  • Optical Fibers: Used for high speed internet and telecommunications.
  • Prisms: Used to separate different colors of light.