Light strikes the surface of a prism, n = as shown in the figure. 1.74, 45° If the prism is surrounded by a fluid, what is the maximum index of refraction of the fluid that will still cause total internal reflection within the prism?

Light strikes the surface of a prism, n = as shown in the figure. 1.74, 45° If the prism is surrounded by a fluid, what is the maximum index of refraction of the fluid that will still cause total internal reflection within the prism?

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Chapter1: The Nature Of Light

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Light strikes the surface of a prism, n =
as shown in the figure.
1.74,
450
If the prism is surrounded by a fluid, what is
the maximum index of refraction of the fluid
that will still cause total internal reflection
within the prism?

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