Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Light

Light — practice question

This block is constructed from a specific type of glass.
(a(i))[3]

Use the details in Fig. 6.1 to calculate the refractive index of light in this type of glass.

(a(ii))[2]

Calculate the critical angle for light in this type of glass.

(b)[3]

State one application of optical fibres. Draw a diagram that shows how an optical fibre is used in this application.

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