An unknown fiber sample is found at a crime scene. Forensic scientists measure its index of refraction and obtain a value of 1.48. A suspect's jacket was made of Dacron polyester, his jeans were made of cotton, his shirt was made of rayon, and his tie was made of acetate. Which piece of clothing may match the fiber at the crime scene?

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tie

shirt

jeans

jacket

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3 January, 16:50

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Danika Long · Answer 1

The closest refractive index to the one observed is that of rayon, about 1.51. Therefore, the fiber is likely from the suspect's shirt.