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The ratio of the speed of light in a vacuum to its speed in a given substance is:
The ratio of the speed of light in a vacuum to its speed in a given substance is:
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Refractive index comparisons help match glass fragments to their source in forensic cases.
Updated On: Jan 17, 2026
- Reflection index
- Medullary index
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The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
The refractive index measures how much light bends or slows down as it enters a medium. It is crucial in forensic glass analysis to compare refractive properties of glass fragments at crime scenes.
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