Simple Description

A device that transmits light using the process of total internal reflection.

Further Detail

Optical fibres work by constantly reflected light within its boundaries, enabling light to effectively bend around a corner as it follows the fibre. This happens because light hits the boundary of the fibre at an angle greater than the critical angle, causing total internal reflection to occur.

Related Words:

• Total internal reflection
• Reflection
• Critical angle

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