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JAMB Physics 2015 Objective — Question 16

Question 16 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Physics 2015 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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If the speed of light in water is 2.26×10⁸ms⁻¹ and the velocity of light in air is 3.0×10⁸ms⁻¹. Calculate the refractive index of water.

  • A. 1.33Correct
  • B. 1.23C
  • C. 1.45
  • D. 1.56

Explanation

n = speed in air / speed in water = 3.0×10⁸/2.26×10⁸ = 1.33.

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