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Does total internal reflection occur if the refraction of light is passing from air into water?
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Does Total Internal Reflection Occur for Light Passing from Air into Water?
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hi fromthepast! 
no, total internal reflection is only when refraction is impossible …
from air to water, refracted light always bends closer to the normal, so refraction is always possible
no, total internal reflection is only when refraction is impossible …
from air to water, refracted light always bends closer to the normal, so refraction is always possible