JAMB Physics 1982 Question 24

Question 24

Refraction of Light

If the refractive index of a medium is √2, what is the critical angle?

  1. A.45°
  2. B.50°12'
  3. C.56°25'
  4. D.75°
  5. E.90°.
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Answer: A (45°)

Explanation

sin C = 1/n = 1/√2, so C = 45°.