Ray Optics and Optical Instruments - Result Question 63

66. Angle of deviation ( δ ) by a prism (refractive index =μ and supposing the angle of prism A to be small) can be given by

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(a) δ=(μ1)A sinA+δ2

(b) δ=(μ+1)A

(c) δ=2sinA2

(d) δ=μ1μ+1A

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Answer:

Correct Answer: 66. (a)

Solution:

  1. (a) When the angle of prism is small, δ=(μ1)A


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