The Figure Shows the Path of a Portion of a Ray

question 50

Multiple Choice

The figure shows the path of a portion of a ray of light as it passes through three different materials. Note: The figure is drawn to scale. What can be concluded concerning the refractive indices of these three materials?

• A)n₁ < n₂ < n₃
• B)n₁ > n₂ > n₃
• C)n₃ < n₁ < n₂
• D)n₂ < n₁ < n₃
• E)n₁ < n₃ < n₂

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Definitions:

Radial Styloid Process

A bony protrusion at the distal end of the radius bone in the forearm, which is palpable on the thumb side of the wrist.

Radial Tuberosity

A bony prominence under the forearm that attaches to the bicep tendon.

Olecranon

The bony prominence of the elbow, on the upper end of the ulna, that forms the point of the elbow.

Tibial Tuberosity

A prominent bony structure on the anterior portion of the tibia, below the knee, where the patellar ligament attaches.