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Why is the refractive index of atmosphere different at different altitudes?


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Because air density changes with altitude

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Because speed of light in vacuum changes.

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The refractive index of atmosphere at different altitudes doesn't change.

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Because of total internal reflection

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The correct option is A

Because air density changes with altitude


The refractive index of atmosphere is different at different altitudes because the air density changes with altitude.


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