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The car analogy is actually a brilliant setup to learn about Huygen's principle, which says the same thing, just using a bit of more math and geometry

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Snell's law: sini/sinR=V1/V2=n2/n1. where sini is the angle of incidence, sin R angle of refraction, v for velocity and n refractive index.

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If the car enters into the mud, then its left part will get a force in the opposite direction, therefore creating a torque. SO the right part which is in the vacuum should also get a force resulting in it moving faster than light.

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Analogy on point.

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The car analogy should be the gold standard for teaching this concept

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at 11:06, the simplest thing to do, is notice each factor has a "C" in it so factor it out and cancel it. And also to notice that (1/x) / (b) = 1/ (x*b), so clearly 1/(n2*sinx2) = 1/(n1*sinx1), which taking the inverse of both sides leaves the result at 12:32. That is how I see the easiest way and fewest steps. but good video nonetheless.

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This is exactly why you DO NOT want something with a math and economics background (even from MIT) trying to explain basic physics. He really should consult with a mechanical engineer before discussing analogies involving cars. He clearly does not understand terms like: 1) rolling without slipping 2) traction control 3) tire contact patch etc.

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Can we use Snell’s law equation like the sine rule equation, like flipping the fraction to find the angle or side?

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im the same, our teacher is so monotone and doesnt explain very well, this video has helped so much.

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What about refractive index of multiple media like for example Air Water Glass Find refractive index of glass with respect to water

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Sul since the light is entering from denser to rarer medium isn't it supposed to turn away from the normal? 5:54

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We would like to demo Snell's Law with a laser, a glass. Please advice. We already have a simple video about the law of reflection and refraction of light .

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Excellent explanation. If the index of refraction increases in direct proportion to the density of the medium it is traveling through (air, water, glass, diamond), does that mean that we can use a given index of refraction of calculate the density of the medium it is traveling through? Since density equals mass divided by volume (d=m/v), can we plug the index of refraction directly into this relationship to find the density of a material, if we aren't given the mass or volume of the material?

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