Question

Why the speed of light in kerosene is less as compared to that in turpentine .Explain
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Answer 1

Answer:

lower refractive index

Explanation:

Lower refractive index of the medium, the higher is the speed of light. Since the refractive index of water is the lowest among the three, Speed of light in water would be higher than that in kerosene and turpentine.

Answer 2

Answer:

Lower refractive index of the medium, the higher is the speed of light. Since the refractive index of water is the lowest among the three, Speed of light in water would be higher than that in kerosene and turpentine