Light of colors 1 and 2 are sent through a prism and the rays of light of color 2 bend more. Which of the following is not true?
A) The speed of light for color 2 is greater than that for color 1 in this prism.
B) The index of refraction for color 2 is greater than that for color 1.
C) The wavelength for color 1 is different than that for color 2 in this prism.
D) The two colors of light have different frequencies associated with them.

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The speed of light for color 2 is actually less than that for color 1 in the prism, as a higher index of refraction indicates slower speed and more bending.

Light of Colors 1 and 2 Are Sent Through a Prism