A light ray enters from water (n = 1.33) into diamond… - Optics-Refraction of Light (General Studies) Solved Question

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A light ray enters from water (n = 1.33) into diamond (n = 2.42). What happens?

TopicOptics-Refraction of Light

Question Typemultiple choice

DifficultyMedium

Marking+1 / −0.33

Test Duration30 min

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Diamond is optically denser than water, so light slows down and bends towards the normal.

Final Answer: Option C - Light bends towards the normal