JAMB Physics 1986 Question 30

Question 30

Refraction of Light

If the refractive index of glass is 1.5, what is the critical angle at the air-glass interface?

  1. A.sin−1 ½
  2. B.sin−1 ⅔
  3. C.sin−1 ¾
  4. D.sin−1 8/9.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (sin−1 ⅔)

Explanation

sin C = 1/n = 1/1.5 = 2/3, so C = sin−1(2/3).