What is the formula for calculating the speed of light in a medium?

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To calculate the speed of light in a medium, the formula used is v = c/n, where v is the speed of light in the medium, c is the speed of light in a vacuum (approximately 3 x 10^8 m/s), and n is the refractive index of the medium. For water with n = 1.33, diamond with n = 2.42, and quartz with n = 1.54, the respective speeds can be calculated using this formula. The discussion emphasizes the importance of showing work in calculations as per forum rules. Participants are encouraged to provide specific details when seeking help. Understanding the formula is crucial for accurate calculations in physics.
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1.Find the speed of light in the following in m/s...


(a) water (n = 1.33)

(b) diamond (n = 2.42)

(c) quartz (n = 1.54)

i can't seem to get any of these right...
 
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Please show some work. Its the rules of the forum. We're not supposed to help you until you do.
 
looking for a formula...

G01 said:
Please show some work. Its the rules of the forum. We're not supposed to help you until you do.

ooops. sorry, didn't think about that. problem was, i wasn't even sure how to do it. didn't have a formula, and i couldn't find one. that was really what i was looking for... i'll try to be more specific next time.
 

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