Diffraction and Refraction

Diffraction noun - When light passes sharp edges or goes through narrow slits the rays are deflected and produce fringes of light and dark bands.

Refraction and diffraction are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Refraction" instead a noun "Diffraction".

Nearby Words: diffracted, diffracting

Refraction noun - The change in direction of a propagating wave (light or sound) when passing from one medium to another.

Diffraction and refraction are semantically related. You can use "Diffraction" instead a noun "Refraction".

Nearby Words: refractory, refracted, refractive, refracting, refractional