Huygens's Wave Theory Requires Which of the Following with Regard

question 71

Multiple Choice

Huygens's wave theory requires which of the following with regard to the relative speeds of light in glass and in air?

• A)Speed in air is greater than in glass.
• B)Speed in air is less than in glass.
• C)Speed in air equals that in glass.
• D)Speed in glass equals square root of that in air.

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