A ray of light crosses the boundary between some substance with n = 1.61 and air, going from the substance into air. If the angle of incidence is 18◦ what is the angle of refraction? Calculate to 1decimal.

A ray of light crosses the boundary between some substance with n = 1.61 and air, going from the substance into air. If the angle of incidence is 18◦ what is the angle of refraction? Calculate to 1decimal.

Principles of Physics: A Calculus-Based Text

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Chapter25: Reflection And Refraction Of Light

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Problem 16P

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