Refractive Index

Demonstration: Shows refraction is caused when plane waves change speed as a result of a change in the depth of water in a...

Practical Activity 14-16

This episode starts from the phenomenon of refraction and moves on to Snell’s law.

Lesson 16-19

The refractive index of Pyrex® glass is the same as that for vegetable oil so as light passes through the glass of both bowls...

Enrichment Activity 5-11 11-14

Refractive index is a material property that describes how the material affects the speed of light travelling through it.

Glossary Definition 16-19

A selection of videos to use with your KS5 students (ages 16-19) to support and develop their understanding of Light, Sound...

Remote teaching support 16-19