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The formula for finding the thickness of glass using optics is t = nλ/2, where t is the thickness of the glass, n is the refractive index of the glass, and λ is the wavelength of light passing through the glass.
The refractive index of glass can be determined by measuring the angle of refraction of a light ray passing through the glass and using the formula n = sin(i)/sin(r), where n is the refractive index, i is the angle of incidence, and r is the angle of refraction.
No, the thickness of glass cannot be accurately measured with a ruler. It requires specialized equipment such as a spectrophotometer or interferometer to measure the thickness using the principles of optics.
Yes, the thickness of glass can affect its optical properties such as the amount of light that is transmitted through it and the angle at which light is refracted. Thicker glass tends to have a higher refractive index and can cause more light to be reflected rather than transmitted.
Some factors that can affect the accuracy of measuring the thickness of glass using optics include the quality of the glass surface, the wavelength of light used, and any impurities or irregularities in the glass that can cause refraction or reflection of light.