Your Teacher Was Wrong About Refraction

You were told light slows down in water… and that’s why it bends. That explanation works—but it’s not what’s actually happening. In this video, we go deeper through the perspective of Jiang Xueqin: refraction isn’t about light “slowing” like a car in mud—it’s about waves interfering with waves. When light enters a material, it triggers electrons to emit their own waves. The bending you see is the result of superposition, not resistance. The shocking part? The light itself never really slows down—the pattern does. And once you see that… the entire concept of refraction changes. ⚠️ Disclaimer This video presents educational explanations based on physics, optics, and interpretations of wave behavior. The narrative reflects analytical perspectives associated with Jiang Xueqin. This channel is not affiliated with Jiang Xueqin or any associated institutions. Some visuals or narration may be AI-assisted to simplify complex scientific concepts.