The refractive index of a medium is depe...

The refractive index of a medium is dependent on the __________ .

A

wavelength

B

velocity

C

frequency

D

none of the above

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Assertion : The refractive index of the medium is different for different coloured lights. Reason : The refractive index of a midium is dependent on the wavelength of the light.

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A

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B

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C

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