The curve of angle of incidence versus angle of deviation shown has been plotted for a prism. The value of the refractive index of the prism used is:

  • A
    $\sqrt{3}$
  • B
    $\sqrt{2}$
  • C
    $\frac{\sqrt{3}}{\sqrt{2}}$
  • D
    $\frac{2}{\sqrt{3}}$

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