Slow Light: Experiments & Observations

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The recent experiments in physics have successfully demonstrated the ability to slow light down to 17 m/s. This groundbreaking achievement raises questions about the visibility of light propagation at such a reduced speed. Observers are curious whether the experiment was conducted in a medium that allowed for visual observation of the light's movement. Currently, there is no confirmed video evidence available showcasing this phenomenon.

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Hey, I'm very inexperienced when it comes to this sort of Physics.

I have read recently that they have managed to slow light down to 17 m/s.

Was the experiment observable by the human eye by any chance?
Could they actually see the light propagate at 17m/s through the given gas/what ever.

Any chance a video has been released of it, given the above is true?


Thanks in advance.
 
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Ahhh ok.
Thought so.


Thanks for clearing that up for me.
 

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