Three transparent solids—X, Y

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Problem

Three transparent solids—X, Y, and Z—have indices of refraction 1.20, 1.40, and 1.60, respectively. Identical green photons enter each solid from air. Which statement best compares their speeds and wavelengths inside the materials? (a) Photons move fastest and have the shortest wavelength in XX. (b) Photons move slowest and have the longest wavelength in ZZ. (c) Photons move fastest and have the longest wavelength in XX. (d) Photons move fastest and have the longest wavelength in ZZ.

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