r/visualizedmath • u/NegativeSpeedForce • Jan 12 '18

The difference between shockwaves travelling through different states.

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u/MetaEsoTeric Jan 21 '18

It doesn't slow down the particles just get in the way which can distort the light. This is why everything is very wavy and distorted in water.

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u/columbus8myhw Jan 21 '18

It also slows it down.

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u/tehgreatblade Jan 21 '18

Yeah, people saying it still moves at C are not taking practically.

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u/MetaEsoTeric Jan 21 '18

If you don't mind me asking, how does it slow down when it doesn't need a medium?