The velocity of light in diamond is $\left(\frac{5}{12}\right)$ times that in air. The velocity of light in water is $\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$ times that in air. Find the angle of incidence for a ray of light travelling from water to diamond,given that the angle of refraction $r = 30^{\circ}$ and $\sin 30^{\circ} = \frac{1}{2}$.

  • A
    $\sin^{-1}(9/10)$
  • B
    $\sin^{-1}(3/4)$
  • C
    $\sin^{-1}(5/12)$
  • D
    $\sin^{-1}(9/5)$

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