If the Speed of Light Is C, and the Index

question 25

Multiple Choice

If the speed of light is c, and the index of refraction of a material is n, what is the speed of light in the material?

• A)c
• B)c/n
• C)nc
• D)n
• E)n/c

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Definitions:

Cycloheptane

A cyclic hydrocarbon molecule consisting of seven carbon atoms connected in a ring.

Tert-Butyl

A branched alkyl substituent derived from butane, with the formula (CH3)3C-.

IUPAC Name

The systematic name assigned to a chemical substance based on the rules established by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC).

Cycloalkane

A type of hydrocarbon with a cyclic structure and single bonds, characterized by a formula CnH2n for molecules without rings or branches.