Why does light travel slower in water?
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The question has been answered in posts 2, 6, 7, and 8.
For further information see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Speed_of_light#In_a_medium
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For further information see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Speed_of_light#In_a_medium
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