Relation between refractive index and density of material

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The refractive index of materials like aluminum, copper, lead, and Teflon varies with temperature, even within the range of -196 to 25°C, though the changes may be minimal. There is no universal law that directly correlates density and refractive index for all materials, similar to how the Lorentz-Lorenz law applies specifically to polymers. The refractive index is influenced by quantum mechanical properties, complicating the establishment of a straightforward relationship. Discussions highlight the need for specificity when seeking applicable laws for different materials. Overall, while some relationships exist, they are not universally applicable across all materials and conditions.
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Hello all,
I had clarified that refractive index of material such as(aluminium, copper, lead, teflon)changes with the temperature.
the refractive index change even for this temperature range: -196 to 25°C ?
I need to know like any law which gives a direct relationship between
1)the density and refractive index of material.
2) relation between temperature and refractive index.
eg.) in field of polymer lorentz lorentz law gives the direct relationship between refractive index and density.

Thanks in advance
 
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I had clarified that refractive index of material such as(aluminium, copper, lead, teflon)changes with the temperature.
the refractive index change even for this temperature range: -196 to 25°C ?
... note: it may not change very much over that temperature range.
I need to know like any law which gives a direct relationship between
1)the density and refractive index of material.
2) relation between temperature and refractive index.
eg.) in field of polymer lorentz lorentz law gives the direct relationship between refractive index and density.
The refractive index is an emergent property that comes from quantum mechanics.
There is no law which gives a direct relationship for everything, just as the polymer-lorentz law does not hold for all materials all the time.

I'm afraid you need to be more specific.
 
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