Question

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select the statement that accurately describes why light refracts when traveling from air into water in a glass.
the light travels faster in the water than in the air.
the light travels slower in water than in the air.
the light travels at the same speed in air and in water.
the light does not change when traveling between the water and the air.

Explanation:

When light travels from one medium to another (like from air to water), it refracts (bends). This is because the speed of light changes. Light travels slower in water (a denser medium) than in air (a less - dense medium). The change in speed causes the light to change direction (refract).

Answer:

The light travels slower in water than in the air.