Snell's Law Calculator
Calculate the refraction angle when light passes between two media using Snell's law: n₁ sin(θ₁) = n₂ sin(θ₂). Includes critical angle and Fresnel reflectance.
Inputs
°
Results
Refraction Angle
48.59
Critical Angle41.81
Reflectance0.06
Transmittance0.94
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter Refractive Index n₁, Incident Angle, and Refractive Index n₂.
- Review the Refraction Angle result.
- Use Critical Angle and Reflectance to inform your decision.
- Use the chart to visualize the results and explore different scenarios by adjusting inputs.
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