In common transparent media, as the frequency of light increases, the index of refraction
A) varies as the sine of the incident angle.
B) increases.
C) stays constant.
D) decreases.

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As the frequency of light increases, the index of refraction typically increases in common transparent media. This is due to the dispersion of light, where different frequencies (colors) of light are refracted (bent) by different amounts as they pass through a material.

In Common Transparent Media, as the Frequency of Light Increases