Optics 8 (index of refraction) Flashcards
1
Q
what is index of refraction (n)?
A
number for how much a medium slows light
2
Q
the higher index of refraction…
A
slower light travels
3
Q
what is c?
A
maximum speed of light (3 * 10^8 m/s)
4
Q
v is the speed of…
A
light in a medium * 10^8 m/s
5
Q
how do you find n
A
n = c/v
