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Angle of incidence   /ˈæŋgəl əv ˈɪnsədəns/   Listen
Angle of incidence

noun
1.
The angle that a line makes with a line perpendicular to the surface at the point of incidence.  Synonym: incidence angle.






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... results of experiments on equal bulks of various liquids and transparent solids (thirteen in number, including spring, rain, and salt water; Spanish and Rhenish wine; vinegar; spirits of wine; oils and glass). The angle of incidence is 30 in each case; also the specific gravity of each substance is given. Then he discusses the reason why refraction takes place. Promises to write on the Rainbow; but will merely say at present that it is to be explained by the reflection on the ...
— Thomas Hariot • Henry Stevens



Words linked to "Angle of incidence" :   incidence angle, angle of attack, angle, critical angle



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