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When light passes from air to glass, its velocity:
Explanation
Refractive index of glass (~1.5) exceeds air (~1.0). Since n=c/v and frequency remains constant, velocity v=c/n decreases upon entering denser medium. Wavelength shortens proportionally while frequency conserved, explaining refraction bending toward normal.
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