For the refraction of light through a prism,which of the following statements is correct?

  • A
    Angle of minimum deviation will increase if the refractive index of the prism is increased,keeping the outside medium unchanged,provided $\mu_P > \mu_S$.
  • B
    The light travelling inside an equilateral prism is necessarily parallel to the base when the prism is set for minimum deviation.
  • C
    There are two angles of incidence for maximum deviation.
  • D
    All of the above.

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