Time for light pass through glass

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The discussion revolves around the time it takes for light to pass through glass, likely involving concepts from optics and refraction.

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Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants express varying levels of confidence in the correctness of answers, with some questioning the appropriateness of using the sine function in their calculations. Others suggest drawing a diagram to clarify the trajectory and angles involved.

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The discussion includes attempts to clarify the reasoning behind the calculations, with some participants indicating confusion and others correcting their earlier statements. There is no clear consensus on the correct approach yet.

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Some participants appear to be working under the assumption that specific trigonometric functions are applicable, leading to confusion about their use in this context.

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SOLVED!

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looks right to me *shrug*
 
Im completely lost how this is not right. The first answer is right for sure.
 
Draw a picture of the trajectory. Label the angles. Are you sure that the sine function is the appropriate choice?
 
oops was cosine. Thank you!
 

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