Refraction Collection

Light refraction
Refraction. Computer artwork of white light being refracted as it passes through an equilateral triangular prism. Light changes direction, or is refracted

Copper and magnesium sulphate, LM
Copper and magnesium sulphate crystals. Polarised light micrograph (LM) of copper sulphate (CuSO4) and magnesium sulphate (MgSO4) crystals

Descartes optics theory, 17th century
Descartes optics theory, artwork. This is the eye diagram from Descartes book Optics (1637). Three external points are shown depicted on the retina at the back of the eye

Copper sulphate crystals, LM
Copper sulphate crystals. Polarised light micrograph (LM) of copper sulphate (CuSO4) crystals

Reflections of clouds in ripples of sea water, Svalbard, Norway, June 2010

Illustration of Isaac Newtons prism experiment, showing white sunlight split by a prism into the co

Pierre de Fermat, caricature C015 / 6714
Pierre de Fermat, caricature

Fresnel Lens DP348530
The Lighthouse, Lighthouse Road, Flamborough Head, Flamborough, East Riding of Yorkshire, East Riding of Yorkshire. Detail of the middle of the lighthouse's first-order Fresnel lens

Fresnel Lens DP348540
The Lighthouse, Lighthouse Road, Flamborough Head, Flamborough, East Riding of Yorkshire, East Riding of Yorkshire. Detail of shaped glass on the lighthouse's first-order Fresnel lens

Green Turtle, (Chelonia mydas), Swimming over volcanic sandy bottom, Armenime cove, South Tenerife coast, Canary Islands, Spain, Atlantic Ocean, May 2011

Molecular orbitals. Computer model of a mixture of molecular orbitals. The electrons in molecules can be arranged in different patterns, giving rise to different energies

Copper sulphate crystals, LM
Copper sulphate crystals. Polarised light micrograph (LM) of copper sulphate (CuSO4) crystals

Copper and magnesium sulphate
Copper sulphate and magnesium sulphate crystals, polarised light micrograph

Diamond refracting light F008 / 3207
Diamond refracting light

Sunlight underwater. Photographed in the Maldives

Copper sulphate crystals. Polarised light micrograph of copper sulphate (CuS04) crystals

Copper and magnesium sulphate, LM
Copper and magnesium sulphate crystals. Polarised light micrograph (LM) of copper sulphate (CuSO4) and magnesium sulphate (MgSO4) crystals

Atmospheric refraction
5311876 Atmospheric refraction; (add.info.: Engraving depicting atmospheric refraction. Rene Descartes' diagram explaining the rainbow)

A Table of the Refraction of the Air
5311868 A Table of the Refraction of the Air; (add.info.: A Table of the Refraction of the Air: Using a glass U-tube and a column of mercury)

A Table of the Refraction of the Air
5311867 A Table of the Refraction of the Air; (add.info.: A Table of the Refraction of the Air: Using a glass U-tube and a column of mercury)

An engraving depicting the refraction of a beam of light in a bowl of water
5311290 An engraving depicting the refraction of a beam of light in a bowl of water. The beam of light is bent because light changes direction as it moves from one medium to another (air to water)

Engraving depicting a double convex lens, showing refraction of light and the conjugate focus (b,a), 19th century
5309416 Engraving depicting a double convex lens, showing refraction of light and the conjugate focus (b,a), 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a double convex lens)

Sir Norman Lockyer
5309992 Sir Norman Lockyer; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Sir Norman Lockyer observing the solar spectrum through multiple-prism spectroscope fitted to a refracting telescope)

Diagram explaining the Christiaan Huygens' wave theory of light by refraction
5310316 Diagram explaining the Christiaan Huygens' wave theory of light by refraction; (add.info.: Diagram explaining the Christiaan Huygens' wave theory of light by refraction)

An engraving depicting refraction: a piece of wood appearing to be bent where it enters the water because the path of
5311289 An engraving depicting refraction: a piece of wood appearing to be bent where it enters the water because the path of light alters as it moves from one medium to another

Descartes' experiment showing refraction by a prism and the formation of colours from 'white' light
5311537 Descartes' experiment showing refraction by a prism and the formation of colours from 'white' light, 17th century; Universal History Archive/UIG.

An engraving depicting Isaac Newton's experiment showing how a prism refracted a beam of light
5310949 An engraving depicting Isaac Newton's experiment showing how a prism refracted a beam of light and broken down into the colours of the spectrum (right)

Illustration by Rene Descartes, showing the refraction of light. From Opera Philosophica; Frankfurt; 1692
5311507 Illustration by Rene Descartes, showing the refraction of light. From Opera Philosophica; Frankfurt; 1692; Universal History Archive/UIG.

refraction
Linda Wride

Cross Hairs
Renee Doyle

Cross section illustrations of human eyes with concave and concave lenses looking at green tree
Arrow Sign, Astigmatism, Biomedical Illustration, Concave, Convex, Cross Section, Direction, Directly Above, Eyesight, Focus, Green, Human Eye, Lens, Light, Long, Looking, No People, Part Of

I have a white short coat
Leah Xu

Fixed expressiveness
Brig Barkow

Picture No. 12479817
Light refraction on the wall. Spectrum of colours. Date:

RF- Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostrus) portrait in Three Sisters Spring. Crystal River, Florida, USA. February 2010

Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) approaching with curiosity, Dolphin Reef, Eilat, Israel. Red Sea

Underwater scene where light and water interplay on a shallow sand bank, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, British West Indies, Caribbean Sea, September 2005

Red / White / Black
Renee Doyle

Eyes on it all
Renee Doyle

Beautiful flowers reflected in the water, spa concept.Spa still life.Abstract macro photo with water drops.Flowers with pastel tones.Tranquil abstract

A bright rainbow appears behind a remote tropical island in the Solomon Islands. This beautiful country is home to spectacular marine biodiversity

White-vented storm petrel (Oceanites gracilis galapagoensis) walking on surface of water whilst foraging, Galapagos

North American River Otter (Lontra canadensis) two swimming near the surface with autumn leaves reflected in water, Acadia National Park, Maine, USA, October

European Greenfinch (Chloris chloris) flying at dawn. When backlit the tiny transparent barbs that make up the feather act like a prism revealing vivid colours in the early light

Detail of small waves on the eastern Atlantic. Isle of Coll, Scotland, October 2012

North American river otter (Lontra canadensis) two in water with autumnal trees reflected in the water, Acadia National Park, Maine, USA, October

Grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) scavenging fish around trawlers in Lerwick harbour, Shetland Isles, Scotland, UK, October 2012

Transparent ice formation on Lake Baikal, Siberia, Russia, March 2012

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Refraction: Unveiling the Mysteries of Light In the realm of science, it has long been a captivating phenomenon. Dating back to the 17th century, René Descartes' optics theory shed light on this intriguing concept. Through his experiments with copper and magnesium sulphate, he unraveled the secrets behind how light bends as it passes through different mediums. Imagine peering into a microscope and witnessing the mesmerizing beauty of copper sulphate crystals under high magnification (LM). Their intricate patterns seem to dance before your eyes, showcasing nature's artistic prowess. Venturing beyond laboratories, let us dive into Armenime Cove's turquoise waters where a graceful Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas) glides effortlessly over volcanic sandy bottoms. As sunlight penetrates the water's surface, refraction transforms its path, creating an ethereal spectacle that enchants both divers and marine life alike. Isaac Newton's prism experiment comes to mind—a groundbreaking illustration depicting white sunlight splitting into various colors when passing through a prism (co). This revelation revolutionized our understanding of light and paved the way for further exploration in optics. Pierre de Fermat enters our narrative—an influential figure whose caricature captures his contribution to unraveling mysteries related to refraction (C015 / 6714). His work laid foundations for comprehending how light interacts with matter at molecular levels—unveiling molecular orbitals that govern these interactions. Returning to those enchanting copper sulphate crystals under microscopic observation (LM), we are reminded once again of their role in deepening our knowledge about refraction. These tiny structures hold within them vast insights into how light behaves when traversing different substances. As we journey across continents, we find ourselves amidst Brazil's Amazonia region—home to one of Earth's most enigmatic creatures—the Amazon river dolphin (Inia geoffrensis).