Calculate the refractive index of the material of the glass block shown in the diagram if YZ = 4cm
Attached Figure / Diagram
A
0.40
B
0.60
C
1.50
D
1.67
E
2.50
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
n = \(\frac{\text{real depth}}{\text {apparent depth}}\)
\(\frac{10}{10^{-4}}\) = 1.6
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