PHYSICS

JAMB 2010 - Question 30

Physics 2010 JAMB Past Questions - Question 30: An object is embedded in a block of ice, 10cm below the plane surface . If the refractive index of the ice is 1.50, the apparent depth of the object below the surface is

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An object is embedded in a block of ice, 10cm below the plane surface . If the refractive index of the ice is 1.50, the apparent depth of the object below the surface is
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Correct Answer

A

Explanation

Refraction index, n = (real depth)/apparent depth
1.5 = (10)/X
X = (10)/1.5 = 6.67 cm