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If the refractive index of glass is 1.5 and that of water is 1.33, what is the refractive index of glass with respect to water?
A1.125
B2.0
C0.88
D1.25
✓ Correct Answer: A — 1.125
n(gw) = n(g) / n(w) = 1.5 / 1.33 ≈ 1.125.
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