Wave Reflection

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Wave Reflection

### Formula

$$\phi=\pi$$

### Conditions / Special Cases

- Reflection from denser medium causes phase reversal.

$$\Delta\phi=\pi$$

- Reflection from rarer medium does not cause phase reversal.

$$\Delta\phi=0$$

### Usage

- Used in wave reflection problems.

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