$A$ ray of light in a liquid of refractive index $1.4$ approaches the boundary surface between the liquid and air at an angle of incidence whose sine is $0.8$. Which of the following statements is correct about the behavior of the light?

  • A
    It is impossible to predict the behavior of the light ray on the basis of the information supplied.
  • B
    The sine of the angle of refraction of the emergent ray will be less than $0.8$.
  • C
    The ray will be internally reflected.
  • D
    The sine of the angle of refraction of the emergent ray will be greater than $0.8$.

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