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The refractive index of diamond with respect to glass is 1.6, and the absolute refractive index of glass is 1.5. Then the absolute refractive index of the diamond will be 2.5 2.4 3.5 3.

Principles of Physics: A Calculus-Based Text

5th Edition

ISBN:9781133104261

Author:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

Chapter25: Reflection And Refraction Of Light

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 23P

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