Optics Question 957

Question: A point source of light is placed at a distance h below the surface of a large deep lake. What is the percentage of light energy that escapes directly from the water surface if μ of water =43 ?

Options:

A) 50%

B) 25%

C) 20%

D) 17%

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

[d] The solid angle subtended by area shown by the shaded portion in 2π(1cosC) So, % going out =2π(1cosC)4π×100 =12(1cosC)×100=17 C = critical angle.



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