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Difference Between Reflection and Total Internal Reflection (with Comparison Table)

Reflection is bouncing of light from a surface. Total internal reflection is complete reflection when light hits a less dense medium at steep angle.

TL;DR: Reflection is bouncing of light from a surface. Total internal reflection is complete reflection when light hits a less dense medium at steep angle.

By Syllab.in · Updated Jun 17, 2026

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