Physics 5054 · O Level · Refraction of light

Refraction of light — practice question

A student studies the route followed by a ray of light as it passes through a triangular prism.
(a(i))[1]

On Fig. 2.1, mark $P$ and label it as the mid-point of side $AB$ of the prism.

(a(ii))[1]

On Fig. 2.1, draw the normal at $P$ to the prism.

(a(iii))[1]

On Fig. 2.1, draw a line to show a ray of light incident at $P$ with an angle of incidence of $40^{\circ}$.

(b)[4]

Describe how the student can use the narrow beam of light to determine the path of the ray through the prism.

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