Because the Index of Refraction Varies Slightly with Wavelength

question 50

Multiple Choice

Because the index of refraction varies slightly with wavelength,

• A)white light refracts much less than black light.
• B)white light refracts much more than black light.
• C)the amount and direction of refraction is exactly the same for all colors of light.
• D)the amount and direction of refraction is slightly different for different colors of light.

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