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“The refractive index of diamond is 2.42”. What is the meaning of this statement in relation to speed of light?

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“The refractive index of diamond is 2.42”. What is the meaning of this statement in relation to speed of light?

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Since, v = c/n, n = 2.42 means that the speed of light in diamond is 1/2.42 times the speed of light in free space.

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