College Physics (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32160-183-1
ISBN 13: 978-0-32160-183-4

Chapter 24 - Physical Optics: The Wave of Nature of Light - Learning Path Questions and Exercises - Conceptual Questions - Page 839: 3

Answer

No, this is not a violation of the conservation of energy. Energy is redistributed only. The total energy is still conserved.

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No, this is not a violation of the conservation of energy. Energy is redistributed only. The total energy is still conserved.
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