Physics 5054 · O Level · Refraction of light

Refraction of light — practice question

A red light ray and a blue light ray, both travelling parallel, enter a glass prism.
(a(i))[1]

On Fig. 4.1, show and label the angle of incidence $i$ and the angle of refraction $r$ for the blue light as it enters the prism.

(a(ii))[1]

On Fig. 4.1, extend the blue light ray after it hits the left side of the prism.

(a(iii))[2]

On Fig. 4.1, draw the path of the red light as it moves through the prism and after it strikes the left side of the prism.

(b(i))[2]

State what the critical angle means.

(b(ii))[2]

Glass has a refractive index of $1.5$ for blue light. Calculate the critical angle $c$ for blue light in glass. Show your working.

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