The optical density of turpentine is higher than that of water,while its mass density is lower. The figure shows a layer of turpentine floating over water in a container. For which of the four rays incident on the turpentine as shown in the figure,is the path correct?

  • A
    $1$
  • B
    $2$
  • C
    $3$
  • D
    $4$

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