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Physics · May / June 2016 · Paper 11 · Question 23

5054Refraction of light

Light passes from air into a glass block of refractive index 1.5, as shown. What is the angle of refraction in the glass and what is the critical angle?

  1. Aangle of refraction 34°, critical angle 42°
  2. Bangle of refraction 34°, critical angle 60°
  3. Cangle of refraction 38°, critical angle 42°
  4. Dangle of refraction 38°, critical angle 60°

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Correct answer: A. angle of refraction 34°, critical angle 42°

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