Question

the refractive index of diamond is 2.42 what is the meaning of this statement ​

Answer 1

refractive index of diamond is 2.42 this means that the optical density of diamond is 2.42 time denser than the air

Answer 2

When we say refractive index of diamond is 2.42, it means light is travelling from rarer to denser medium, and speed of light in air (vacuum) is 2.42 times the speed of light in diamond.



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