Struggling with Total Internal Reflection? Need Help for Exam Prep?

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Total internal reflection and refraction can be challenging concepts to visualize, especially when preparing for exams. Users are seeking resources and websites that effectively explain these topics and provide clear diagrams. HyperPhysics is recommended as a valuable resource for understanding total internal reflection and refraction. The urgency of the exam on Monday adds to the need for quick and effective study materials. Utilizing reliable online resources can significantly aid in grasping these optical principles.
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Hi
I wonder if anyone can help. I am having difficulty drawing refracted and total internally reflected rays. I have an exam on Monday. Can anybody recommend good websites that can help? Slight panic.

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