Based on this diagram, On₁ > n₂ = n3 204 O n₁ = n₂>n3 < N4

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### Refraction of Light through Different Media

#### Diagram Explanation

In the diagram provided, a beam of light passes through four different media, each with a distinct refractive index, denoted as \( n_1, n_2, n_3, \) and \( n_4 \). The path of the light bends at the interfaces between the media, indicating changes in the speed of light as it enters each new medium.

- **Incident Angles:**
  - \( \theta_1 \): The angle of incidence in the medium with refractive index \( n_1 \).
  - \( \theta_2 \): The angle of incidence in the medium with refractive index \( n_2 \).
  - \( \theta_3 \): The angle of incidence in the medium with refractive index \( n_3 \).
  - \( \theta_4 \): The angle of incidence in the medium with refractive index \( n_4 \).

The red arrows in the diagram indicate the direction of the light as it transitions from one medium to the next.

#### Question

Based on this diagram, which of the following correctly represents the relationship between the refractive indices \( n_1, n_2, n_3, \) and \( n_4 \)?

- ○ \( n_1 > n_2 = n_3 \geq n_4 \)
- ○ \( n_1 = n_2 > n_3 < n_4 \)
- ○ \( n_1 < n_2 < n_3 < n_4 \)
- ○ \( n_1 > n_2 > n_3 > n_4 \)
Transcribed Image Text:### Refraction of Light through Different Media #### Diagram Explanation In the diagram provided, a beam of light passes through four different media, each with a distinct refractive index, denoted as \( n_1, n_2, n_3, \) and \( n_4 \). The path of the light bends at the interfaces between the media, indicating changes in the speed of light as it enters each new medium. - **Incident Angles:** - \( \theta_1 \): The angle of incidence in the medium with refractive index \( n_1 \). - \( \theta_2 \): The angle of incidence in the medium with refractive index \( n_2 \). - \( \theta_3 \): The angle of incidence in the medium with refractive index \( n_3 \). - \( \theta_4 \): The angle of incidence in the medium with refractive index \( n_4 \). The red arrows in the diagram indicate the direction of the light as it transitions from one medium to the next. #### Question Based on this diagram, which of the following correctly represents the relationship between the refractive indices \( n_1, n_2, n_3, \) and \( n_4 \)? - ○ \( n_1 > n_2 = n_3 \geq n_4 \) - ○ \( n_1 = n_2 > n_3 < n_4 \) - ○ \( n_1 < n_2 < n_3 < n_4 \) - ○ \( n_1 > n_2 > n_3 > n_4 \)
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