College Physics
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Author: ETKINA, Eugenia, Planinšič, G. (gorazd), Van Heuvelen, Alan
Publisher: Pearson,
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Chapter 25, Problem 12CQ
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What are two models that explain how light can propagate through air? Describe their features in detail.
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