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The Feature Exhibition gallery is currently closed until 21 October
The Feature Exhibition gallery is currently closed until 21 October
The Feature Exhibition gallery is currently closed until 21 October
The Feature Exhibition gallery is currently closed until 21 October
Scitech presenter Mita shows us a sciencey magic trick using the power of refractive index.
Why do objects look like they move when placed in water? How does light bend?
Join Mita as we explore the magical science of refraction with an easy refractive index experiment that you can do at home. Can you trick your family members?
What you’ll need:
Instructions
Step 2 Insert your glass object into the tub of water and look at the point where the water and the air touch.
Notice how the glass object appears to be disjointed below the surface of the water – here, you’re observing the effect known as “refraction”.
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