Q.

When light travels from the air to the glass: 

see full answer

Start JEE / NEET / Foundation preparation at rupees 99/day !!

21% of IItians & 23% of AIIMS delhi doctors are from Sri Chaitanya institute !!
An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

a

Velocity remains constant
 

b

Wavelength decreases
 

c

Frequency decreases
 

d

Wavelength increases
 

answer is C.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Ready to Test Your Skills?

Check your Performance Today with our Free Mock Test used by Toppers!

Take Free Test

Detailed Solution

detailed_solution_thumbnail
  • We know that, 
    v = 
    Where v is the speed of light, f is the frequency and λ is the wavelength. 
  • When a ray of light enters from air to glass, the speed of light decreases due to the higher refractive index of glass. 
  • Since the frequency of a given colour of light always remains constant, the wavelength of the light must decrease.

Therefore, the wavelength of the light will decrease.

Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity
score_test_img

Get Expert Academic Guidance – Connect with a Counselor Today!

whats app icon
When light travels from the air to the glass: