Question

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

Answer 1

Answer:

means the difference of the speed of light in air and the speed of light in diamond is 2.42...

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Answer 2

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The above mentioned statement means that light ray travels 2.42 times faster in air(vacuum) in comparison to diamond.