The index of refraction for red (660 nm) and green (550 nm) light respectively in flint glass is 1.662 and 1.674. By how much do the critical angles for red and green light differ in flint glass surrounded by air?

The index of refraction for red (660 nm) and green (550 nm) light respectively in flint glass is 1.662 and 1.674. By how much do the critical angles for red and green light differ in flint glass surrounded by air?

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