Physics · Oct / Nov 2020 · Paper 11 · Question 28
A ray of light R is incident on a water-to-air surface with an angle of incidence θ. The angle θ is less than the critical angle c. Which statement describes the subsequent path of R?
- AIt travels back into the water with an angle of reflection equal to c.
- BIt travels back into the water with an angle of reflection greater than c.
- CIt travels into air with an angle of refraction greater than θ.
- DIt travels into air with an angle of refraction smaller than θ.
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Correct answer: C. It travels into air with an angle of refraction greater than θ.
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