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What is the largest value of refractive index? Name the medium.

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The largest value of refractive index is 2.42 for diamond.
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  • The value of refractive index of diamond is

    A
    1.45
    B
    2.45
    C
    3.4
    D
    1.54
  • Refractive index of a medium

    A
    is dependent of temperature
    B
    decreases as temperature increases
    C
    increases as temperature decreases
    D
    both 'b' and 'c'
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