Explanation:
Using Newtons second law on each block
F = m*a
Block 1

Block 2

Block 3

Solving Eq1,2,3 simultaneously
Divide 1 and 2

Put Eq 4 into Eq3

Put Eq 5 into Eq2 and solve for a

Substitute back in Eq2 and use Eq4 and solve for T2 & T1

Answer:
The index of refraction of the coating is 1.32.
Explanation:
Given that,
Index of refraction of the glass = 1.52
Thickness = 104 nm
Length = 550 nm
We need to calculate the index of refraction of the coating
Using formula of index

Where, L = length
t = thickness
Put the value into the formula


Hence, The index of refraction of the coating is 1.32.
A. Acceleration.
acceleration is m/s^2. speed is m/s