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In an equilateral prism the path of a ray is shown in the figure. Determine the refractive index of the prism.
In an equilateral prism the path of a ray is shown in the figure. Determine the refractive index of the prism.
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For equilateral prism problems:
\[
A = 60^\circ
\]
and always use
\[
r_1 + r_2 = A
\]
before applying Snell's law.
Updated On: Apr 3, 2026
- \(1.71\)
- \(1.52\)
- \(1.39\)
- \(1.84\)
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The Correct Option is A
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