A fish inside a pond appears to be at a depth of 1.5m when viewed vertically from above. The refractive index of the water in the pound is 1.3. Calculate the apparent displacement of the fish
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Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Real depth = n x apparent depth
= 1.3 x 1.5 = 1.95m
Apparent displacement = 1.95 - 1.5 = 0.45m
Real depth = n x apparent depth
= 1.3 x 1.5 = 1.95m
Apparent displacement = 1.95 - 1.5 = 0.45m