What Factors Affect the Velocity of Light Projected by Lasers?

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The discussion centers on understanding what factors influence the velocity of light emitted by lasers. It emphasizes that light travels at a constant speed in a vacuum, but its speed can vary depending on the medium it passes through. Participants highlight the importance of considering the optical properties of different media, such as air, and how they may affect light speed relative to its wavelength. The color of the laser, such as red versus green, is also mentioned as a potential factor in this context. Overall, the conversation seeks clarity on the relationship between laser color, medium, and light velocity.
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I am trying to find out, what is the affects the velocity of the light wave projected by the laser? I am going to ITT tech and this is a very diffucult thing to try and find on the web. I have been searching for over an hour trying to find the answer. I would really appreciate the help.
 
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Light tends to travel at the speed of light particular to the medium it is traveling in.

Unless I've missed something, perhaps you need to rephrase your question?
 
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It says: Execute the necessary research to determine whether the color of a laser affects the velocity of the light wave projected by the laser.
 
Do you know what the difference is between, say, a red light wave, and a green light wave?
 
brewnog said:
Light tends to travel at the speed of light, in whatever medium it is traveling in.

Unless I've missed something, perhaps you need to rephrase your question?

Yes you have. The speed of light is a constant in a vacuum.

dsalazar21 said:
It says: Execute the necessary research to determine whether the color of a laser affects the velocity of the light wave projected by the laser.

What are the optical properties of air and how might they effect the speed of light as a function of wavelength ?
 
DrMark said:
Yes you have. The speed of light is a constant in a vacuum.

Sorry, mis-placed comma.
 
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