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Which statement correctly compares the speed of light?

A.the speed of light through space is much greater than 3×10^8 m/s
B. This speed of light in the glass this much greater than 3 x 10^8 m/s
C. The speed of light in glass is faster than the speed of light in space
D. The speed of light in glass is slower than the speed of light in space

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