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Define rectilinear propagation of light.
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1.Rectilinear$\sim$ means straight.
2.Propagation$\sim$means travelling of light.
The property of light travelling in a straight lines in a homogenous transparent medium is known as rectilinear propagation of light.
Light does not bend. This is the reason why you are unable to see around a corner.
1.Rectilinear$\sim$ means straight.
2.Propagation$\sim$means travelling of light.
The property of light travelling in a straight lines in a homogenous transparent medium is known as rectilinear propagation of light.
Light does not bend. This is the reason why you are unable to see around a corner.