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The critical angle for a diamond in air.
Answer to Problem 45A
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The light ray travels from diamond into air.
Formula used:
Critical angle is given as,
Calculation:
It is known that,
Index of refraction of diamond,
Index of refraction of air,
Then, using the given values in above, the critical angle for diamond will be,
Conclusion:
Hence, the critical angle for diamond is
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