Physics-(general)
NEET Physics (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Easy-Class 12
According to the wave theory of light, how does the speed of light compare when it moves from medium 1 to medium 2 if the light ray bends towards the normal?
A
The speed of light is greater in medium 1.
B
The speed of light is greater in medium 2.
C
The speed of light remains constant between both media.
D
The speed of light depends on the angle of incidence.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
According to the wave model of light, when light bends towards the normal, the speed of light is greater in the first medium compared to the second medium, as discussed in Chunk 4.
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