Relative Permitivity, Permeability & Refractive Index of Water

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SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on the relationship between relative permittivity, relative permeability, and the refractive index of water as a dielectric medium. It confirms that these concepts are interconnected through specific equations found in academic resources, such as those provided by the University of Kiel. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding these relationships for applications in physics and engineering.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of dielectric materials
  • Familiarity with electromagnetic theory
  • Knowledge of refractive index calculations
  • Basic grasp of physical chemistry concepts
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the equations relating relative permittivity and refractive index
  • Study the impact of temperature on the dielectric properties of water
  • Explore the role of relative permeability in electromagnetic wave propagation
  • Investigate practical applications of these concepts in optical engineering
USEFUL FOR

Students in physics or engineering, researchers in material science, and professionals working with optical systems will benefit from this discussion.

Bikash Kumar Das
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How does the relative permitivity and relative permeability related to the refractive index of a dielectic medium like water?
 
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Is this homework?
 
Vanadium 50 said:
Is this homework?
No.
 
If you search those terms on Wikipedia, do you see the equations that relate them? :smile:
 

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