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DifficultMCQ
$A$ girl looks through a circular glass slab (refractive index $1.5$) of thickness $20 \,mm$ and diameter $60 \,cm$ to the bottom of a swimming pool. The refractive index of water is $1.33$ (or $4/3$). The bottom surface of the slab is in contact with the water surface. The depth of the swimming pool is $6 \,m$. The area of the bottom of the swimming pool that can be seen through the slab is approximately ..............$m^2$.
A
$100$
B
$160$
C
$190$
D
$220$
Solution
(B) The girl can observe only those light rays which are refracted and leave the glass slab at an angle of $90^{\circ}$ or less,as shown in the figure.
Applying Snell's law at the water-air interface (considering the critical angle condition for the widest rays entering the slab):
$n_w \sin r = n_a \sin 90^{\circ}$
$\frac{4}{3} \sin r = 1 \times 1$
$\sin r = \frac{3}{4}$
Using the trigonometric identity $\tan r = \frac{\sin r}{\sqrt{1 - \sin^2 r}}$:
$\tan r = \frac{3/4}{\sqrt{1 - (3/4)^2}} = \frac{3/4}{\sqrt{7/16}} = \frac{3}{\sqrt{7}}$
From the geometry of the problem,the radius of the visible area at the bottom of the pool is $R = x + r_{slab}$,where $r_{slab} = 0.3 \,m$ (radius of the slab) and $x = h \tan r$.
$x = 6 \times \frac{3}{\sqrt{7}} \approx 6 \times \frac{3}{2.645} \approx 6.8 \,m$.
The total radius of the visible circular area at the bottom is $R = 6.8 + 0.3 = 7.1 \,m$.
The area $A = \pi R^2 = \pi \times (7.1)^2 \approx 3.14 \times 50.41 \approx 158.3 \,m^2$.
Rounding to the nearest given option,the area is approximately $160 \,m^2$.
Applying Snell's law at the water-air interface (considering the critical angle condition for the widest rays entering the slab):
$n_w \sin r = n_a \sin 90^{\circ}$
$\frac{4}{3} \sin r = 1 \times 1$
$\sin r = \frac{3}{4}$
Using the trigonometric identity $\tan r = \frac{\sin r}{\sqrt{1 - \sin^2 r}}$:
$\tan r = \frac{3/4}{\sqrt{1 - (3/4)^2}} = \frac{3/4}{\sqrt{7/16}} = \frac{3}{\sqrt{7}}$
From the geometry of the problem,the radius of the visible area at the bottom of the pool is $R = x + r_{slab}$,where $r_{slab} = 0.3 \,m$ (radius of the slab) and $x = h \tan r$.
$x = 6 \times \frac{3}{\sqrt{7}} \approx 6 \times \frac{3}{2.645} \approx 6.8 \,m$.
The total radius of the visible circular area at the bottom is $R = 6.8 + 0.3 = 7.1 \,m$.
The area $A = \pi R^2 = \pi \times (7.1)^2 \approx 3.14 \times 50.41 \approx 158.3 \,m^2$.
Rounding to the nearest given option,the area is approximately $160 \,m^2$.
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AdvancedMCQ
$A$ ray of light incident parallel to the base $PQ$ of an isosceles right-angled triangular prism $PQR$ suffers two successive total internal reflections at the faces $PQ$ and $QR$ before emerging reversed in direction as shown below. If the refractive index of the material of the prism is $\mu$,then
A
$\mu > \sqrt{5}$
B
$\sqrt{3} < \mu < \sqrt{5}$
C
$\sqrt{2} < \mu < \sqrt{3}$
D
$\mu < \sqrt{2}$
Solution
(A) For total internal reflection $(TIR)$ to occur at the faces,the angle of incidence at each face must be greater than the critical angle $\theta_c$.
From the geometry of the prism,the angles of incidence at the two faces are $(45^{\circ} + r)$ and $(45^{\circ} - r)$,where $r$ is the angle of refraction at the first surface.
For $TIR$ to occur at both faces:
$45^{\circ} + r > \theta_c$ and $45^{\circ} - r > \theta_c$.
The more restrictive condition is $45^{\circ} - r > \theta_c$.
Since $\sin r = \frac{\sin 45^{\circ}}{\mu} = \frac{1}{\mu\sqrt{2}}$,we have $r = \arcsin\left(\frac{1}{\mu\sqrt{2}}\right)$.
Substituting this into $45^{\circ} - r > \theta_c$,we get $45^{\circ} - \theta_c > r$.
Taking the sine of both sides: $\sin(45^{\circ} - \theta_c) > \sin r$.
Using the identity $\sin(A-B) = \sin A \cos B - \cos A \sin B$ and knowing $\sin \theta_c = \frac{1}{\mu}$ and $\cos \theta_c = \frac{\sqrt{\mu^2-1}}{\mu}$:
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \cdot \frac{\sqrt{\mu^2-1}}{\mu} - \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \cdot \frac{1}{\mu} > \frac{1}{\mu\sqrt{2}}$.
Multiplying by $\mu\sqrt{2}$,we get $\sqrt{\mu^2-1} - 1 > 1$,which simplifies to $\sqrt{\mu^2-1} > 2$.
Squaring both sides: $\mu^2 - 1 > 4$,so $\mu^2 > 5$,or $\mu > \sqrt{5}$.
From the geometry of the prism,the angles of incidence at the two faces are $(45^{\circ} + r)$ and $(45^{\circ} - r)$,where $r$ is the angle of refraction at the first surface.
For $TIR$ to occur at both faces:
$45^{\circ} + r > \theta_c$ and $45^{\circ} - r > \theta_c$.
The more restrictive condition is $45^{\circ} - r > \theta_c$.
Since $\sin r = \frac{\sin 45^{\circ}}{\mu} = \frac{1}{\mu\sqrt{2}}$,we have $r = \arcsin\left(\frac{1}{\mu\sqrt{2}}\right)$.
Substituting this into $45^{\circ} - r > \theta_c$,we get $45^{\circ} - \theta_c > r$.
Taking the sine of both sides: $\sin(45^{\circ} - \theta_c) > \sin r$.
Using the identity $\sin(A-B) = \sin A \cos B - \cos A \sin B$ and knowing $\sin \theta_c = \frac{1}{\mu}$ and $\cos \theta_c = \frac{\sqrt{\mu^2-1}}{\mu}$:
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \cdot \frac{\sqrt{\mu^2-1}}{\mu} - \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \cdot \frac{1}{\mu} > \frac{1}{\mu\sqrt{2}}$.
Multiplying by $\mu\sqrt{2}$,we get $\sqrt{\mu^2-1} - 1 > 1$,which simplifies to $\sqrt{\mu^2-1} > 2$.
Squaring both sides: $\mu^2 - 1 > 4$,so $\mu^2 > 5$,or $\mu > \sqrt{5}$.
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MediumMCQ
Light enters an isosceles right triangular prism at normal incidence through face $AB$ and undergoes total internal reflection at face $BC$ as shown below. The minimum value of the refractive index of the prism is close to
A
$1.10$
B
$1.55$
C
$1.42$
D
$1.72$
Solution
(C) For total internal reflection $(TIR)$ to occur at the face $BC$,the angle of incidence $i$ must be greater than or equal to the critical angle $C$.
From the geometry of the isosceles right-angled prism,the light ray enters face $AB$ normally and strikes face $BC$ at an angle of incidence $i = 45^{\circ}$.
For $TIR$ to occur,the condition is $i \geq C$,where $C$ is the critical angle.
Therefore,$45^{\circ} \geq C$.
Taking the sine on both sides,$\sin 45^{\circ} \geq \sin C$.
We know that $\sin C = \frac{1}{\mu}$,where $\mu$ is the refractive index of the prism.
So,$\sin 45^{\circ} \geq \frac{1}{\mu}$.
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \geq \frac{1}{\mu}$.
$\mu \geq \sqrt{2}$.
Since $\sqrt{2} \approx 1.414$,the minimum value of the refractive index $\mu$ is approximately $1.42$.
From the geometry of the isosceles right-angled prism,the light ray enters face $AB$ normally and strikes face $BC$ at an angle of incidence $i = 45^{\circ}$.
For $TIR$ to occur,the condition is $i \geq C$,where $C$ is the critical angle.
Therefore,$45^{\circ} \geq C$.
Taking the sine on both sides,$\sin 45^{\circ} \geq \sin C$.
We know that $\sin C = \frac{1}{\mu}$,where $\mu$ is the refractive index of the prism.
So,$\sin 45^{\circ} \geq \frac{1}{\mu}$.
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \geq \frac{1}{\mu}$.
$\mu \geq \sqrt{2}$.
Since $\sqrt{2} \approx 1.414$,the minimum value of the refractive index $\mu$ is approximately $1.42$.
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MediumMCQ
In an optical fibre,the refractive index of the inner part (core) is $1.68$ and the refractive index of the outer part (cladding) is $1.44$. The numerical aperture of the fibre is ........
A
$0.5653$
B
$0.6653$
C
$0.7653$
D
$0.8653$
Solution
(D) The numerical aperture $(NA)$ of an optical fibre is given by the formula:
$NA = \sqrt{\mu_1^2 - \mu_2^2}$
Where $\mu_1$ is the refractive index of the core and $\mu_2$ is the refractive index of the cladding.
Given: $\mu_1 = 1.68$,$\mu_2 = 1.44$.
Substituting the values:
$NA = \sqrt{(1.68)^2 - (1.44)^2}$
$NA = \sqrt{2.8224 - 2.0736}$
$NA = \sqrt{0.7488}$
$NA \approx 0.8653$
Therefore,the correct option is $D$.
$NA = \sqrt{\mu_1^2 - \mu_2^2}$
Where $\mu_1$ is the refractive index of the core and $\mu_2$ is the refractive index of the cladding.
Given: $\mu_1 = 1.68$,$\mu_2 = 1.44$.
Substituting the values:
$NA = \sqrt{(1.68)^2 - (1.44)^2}$
$NA = \sqrt{2.8224 - 2.0736}$
$NA = \sqrt{0.7488}$
$NA \approx 0.8653$
Therefore,the correct option is $D$.
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MediumMCQ
On the hypotenuse of a right-angled prism $(30^{\circ}-60^{\circ}-90^{\circ})$ with a refractive index of $1.50$,a drop of liquid is placed as shown in the figure. Light is allowed to fall normally on the short face of the prism. In order for the ray of light to undergo total internal reflection at the hypotenuse,what is the maximum value of the refractive index of the liquid?
A
$1.30$
B
$1.47$
C
$1.20$
D
$1.25$
Solution
(A) The light enters the prism normally through the short face. By geometry,the angle of incidence $i$ at the hypotenuse face is $60^{\circ}$.
For total internal reflection to occur,the angle of incidence must be greater than or equal to the critical angle $C$ for the interface between the prism and the liquid.
Thus,$i \geq C$,which implies $\sin i \geq \sin C$.
Here,$i = 60^{\circ}$,so $\sin 60^{\circ} \geq \frac{\mu_{\text{liquid}}}{\mu_{\text{prism}}}$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} \geq \frac{\mu_{\text{liquid}}}{1.50}$.
$\mu_{\text{liquid}} \leq 1.50 \times \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} = 1.50 \times 0.866 = 1.299 \approx 1.30$.
Therefore,the maximum refractive index of the liquid is $1.30$.
For total internal reflection to occur,the angle of incidence must be greater than or equal to the critical angle $C$ for the interface between the prism and the liquid.
Thus,$i \geq C$,which implies $\sin i \geq \sin C$.
Here,$i = 60^{\circ}$,so $\sin 60^{\circ} \geq \frac{\mu_{\text{liquid}}}{\mu_{\text{prism}}}$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} \geq \frac{\mu_{\text{liquid}}}{1.50}$.
$\mu_{\text{liquid}} \leq 1.50 \times \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} = 1.50 \times 0.866 = 1.299 \approx 1.30$.
Therefore,the maximum refractive index of the liquid is $1.30$.
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MediumMCQ
Consider the ray diagram for the refraction given below. The maximum value of angle $\theta$ for which the light suffers total internal reflection at the vertical surface is:
A
$\cos ^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$
B
$\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$
C
$\tan ^{-1}\left(\frac{4}{3}\right)$
D
$\cos ^{-1}\left(\frac{4}{3}\right)$
Solution
(B) For total internal reflection $(TIR)$ to occur at the vertical surface,the angle of incidence $i'$ at the vertical surface must be greater than or equal to the critical angle $C$.
Given $\mu_1 = 1.0$ and $\mu_2 = 1.25 = \frac{5}{4}$.
The critical angle $C$ is given by $\sin C = \frac{\mu_1}{\mu_2} = \frac{1}{1.25} = \frac{4}{5}$.
So,$i' \ge C$,which means $\sin i' \ge \frac{4}{5}$.
From the geometry of the ray diagram,the angle of refraction $r$ at the top horizontal surface and the angle of incidence $i'$ at the vertical surface are related by $r + i' = 90^{\circ}$,so $i' = 90^{\circ} - r$.
For $TIR$,$i' \ge C \implies 90^{\circ} - r \ge C \implies r \le 90^{\circ} - C$.
To find the maximum $\theta$,we need the maximum $r$,which occurs when $r = 90^{\circ} - C$.
Using Snell's law at the horizontal surface: $1.0 \times \sin \theta = 1.25 \times \sin r$.
$\sin \theta_{\max} = 1.25 \times \sin(90^{\circ} - C) = 1.25 \times \cos C$.
Since $\sin C = \frac{4}{5}$,we have $\cos C = \sqrt{1 - (4/5)^2} = \frac{3}{5}$.
Therefore,$\sin \theta_{\max} = \frac{5}{4} \times \frac{3}{5} = \frac{3}{4}$.
Thus,$\theta_{\max} = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$.
Given $\mu_1 = 1.0$ and $\mu_2 = 1.25 = \frac{5}{4}$.
The critical angle $C$ is given by $\sin C = \frac{\mu_1}{\mu_2} = \frac{1}{1.25} = \frac{4}{5}$.
So,$i' \ge C$,which means $\sin i' \ge \frac{4}{5}$.
From the geometry of the ray diagram,the angle of refraction $r$ at the top horizontal surface and the angle of incidence $i'$ at the vertical surface are related by $r + i' = 90^{\circ}$,so $i' = 90^{\circ} - r$.
For $TIR$,$i' \ge C \implies 90^{\circ} - r \ge C \implies r \le 90^{\circ} - C$.
To find the maximum $\theta$,we need the maximum $r$,which occurs when $r = 90^{\circ} - C$.
Using Snell's law at the horizontal surface: $1.0 \times \sin \theta = 1.25 \times \sin r$.
$\sin \theta_{\max} = 1.25 \times \sin(90^{\circ} - C) = 1.25 \times \cos C$.
Since $\sin C = \frac{4}{5}$,we have $\cos C = \sqrt{1 - (4/5)^2} = \frac{3}{5}$.
Therefore,$\sin \theta_{\max} = \frac{5}{4} \times \frac{3}{5} = \frac{3}{4}$.
Thus,$\theta_{\max} = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$.
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MediumMCQ
The critical angle for a denser-rarer interface is $45^{\circ}$. The speed of light in the rarer medium is $3 \times 10^8 \, m/s$. The speed of light in the denser medium is:
A
$5 \times 10^7 \, m/s$
B
$2.12 \times 10^8 \, m/s$
C
$3.12 \times 10^7 \, m/s$
D
$\sqrt{2} \times 10^8 \, m/s$
Solution
(B) The relationship between the critical angle $i_C$,the refractive index $\mu$,and the speed of light in the two media is given by $\sin i_C = \frac{1}{\mu} = \frac{v_d}{v_r}$,where $v_d$ is the speed of light in the denser medium and $v_r$ is the speed of light in the rarer medium.
Given $i_C = 45^{\circ}$ and $v_r = 3 \times 10^8 \, m/s$.
Substituting the values: $\sin 45^{\circ} = \frac{v_d}{3 \times 10^8}$.
Since $\sin 45^{\circ} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$,we have $\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} = \frac{v_d}{3 \times 10^8}$.
Therefore,$v_d = \frac{3 \times 10^8}{\sqrt{2}} \approx 2.12 \times 10^8 \, m/s$.
Given $i_C = 45^{\circ}$ and $v_r = 3 \times 10^8 \, m/s$.
Substituting the values: $\sin 45^{\circ} = \frac{v_d}{3 \times 10^8}$.
Since $\sin 45^{\circ} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$,we have $\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} = \frac{v_d}{3 \times 10^8}$.
Therefore,$v_d = \frac{3 \times 10^8}{\sqrt{2}} \approx 2.12 \times 10^8 \, m/s$.
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MediumMCQ
Light travels a distance $x$ in time $t_1$ in air and $10x$ in time $t_2$ in another denser medium. What is the critical angle for this medium?
A
$\sin^{-1}\left(\frac{10 t_1}{t_2}\right)$
B
$\sin^{-1}\left(\frac{t_2}{t_1}\right)$
C
$\sin^{-1}\left(\frac{10 t_2}{t_1}\right)$
D
$\sin^{-1}\left(\frac{t_1}{10 t_2}\right)$
Solution
(A) The speed of light in air is $V_1 = \frac{x}{t_1}$.
The speed of light in the denser medium is $V_2 = \frac{10x}{t_2}$.
The refractive index of the medium with respect to air is given by $n = \frac{V_1}{V_2} = \frac{x/t_1}{10x/t_2} = \frac{t_2}{10 t_1}$.
The critical angle $\theta_c$ is defined by the relation $\sin \theta_c = \frac{1}{n}$.
Substituting the value of $n$,we get $\sin \theta_c = \frac{1}{t_2 / (10 t_1)} = \frac{10 t_1}{t_2}$.
Therefore,the critical angle is $\theta_c = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{10 t_1}{t_2}\right)$.
The speed of light in the denser medium is $V_2 = \frac{10x}{t_2}$.
The refractive index of the medium with respect to air is given by $n = \frac{V_1}{V_2} = \frac{x/t_1}{10x/t_2} = \frac{t_2}{10 t_1}$.
The critical angle $\theta_c$ is defined by the relation $\sin \theta_c = \frac{1}{n}$.
Substituting the value of $n$,we get $\sin \theta_c = \frac{1}{t_2 / (10 t_1)} = \frac{10 t_1}{t_2}$.
Therefore,the critical angle is $\theta_c = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{10 t_1}{t_2}\right)$.
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DifficultMCQ
Critical angle of incidence for a pair of optical media is $45^{\circ}$. The refractive indices of the first and second media are in the ratio:
A
$\sqrt{2}: 1$
B
$1: 2$
C
$1: \sqrt{2}$
D
$2: 1$
Solution
(A) The formula for the critical angle $\theta_c$ is given by $\sin \theta_c = \frac{\mu_2}{\mu_1}$,where $\mu_1$ is the refractive index of the denser medium and $\mu_2$ is the refractive index of the rarer medium.
Given $\theta_c = 45^{\circ}$.
Substituting the value: $\sin 45^{\circ} = \frac{\mu_2}{\mu_1}$.
Since $\sin 45^{\circ} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$,we have $\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} = \frac{\mu_2}{\mu_1}$.
Therefore,the ratio of the refractive indices of the first medium to the second medium is $\frac{\mu_1}{\mu_2} = \frac{\sqrt{2}}{1}$ or $\sqrt{2}: 1$.
Given $\theta_c = 45^{\circ}$.
Substituting the value: $\sin 45^{\circ} = \frac{\mu_2}{\mu_1}$.
Since $\sin 45^{\circ} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$,we have $\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} = \frac{\mu_2}{\mu_1}$.
Therefore,the ratio of the refractive indices of the first medium to the second medium is $\frac{\mu_1}{\mu_2} = \frac{\sqrt{2}}{1}$ or $\sqrt{2}: 1$.
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DifficultMCQ
$A$ ray of light travelling in water is incident on its surface open to air. The angle of incidence is $\theta$,which is less than the critical angle. Then there will be
A
only a reflected ray and no refracted ray
B
only a refracted ray and no reflected ray
C
a reflected ray and a refracted ray and the angle between them would be less than $180^{\circ}-2 \theta$
D
a reflected ray and a refracted ray and the angle between them would be greater than $180^{\circ}-2 \theta$
Solution
(C) When a light ray travels from a denser medium (water) to a rarer medium (air) and the angle of incidence $\theta$ is less than the critical angle,partial reflection and partial refraction occur.
$1$. The reflected ray makes an angle $\theta$ with the normal in the water medium.
$2$. The refracted ray makes an angle $r$ with the normal in the air medium. According to Snell's law,$n_w \sin \theta = n_a \sin r$. Since $n_w > n_a$,it follows that $\sin r > \sin \theta$,so $r > \theta$.
$3$. The angle between the reflected ray and the refracted ray is $\phi = 180^{\circ} - (\theta + r)$.
$4$. Since $r > \theta$,we have $\theta + r > 2\theta$.
$5$. Therefore,$180^{\circ} - (\theta + r) < 180^{\circ} - 2\theta$.
$6$. Thus,the angle between the reflected and refracted rays is less than $180^{\circ} - 2\theta$.
$1$. The reflected ray makes an angle $\theta$ with the normal in the water medium.
$2$. The refracted ray makes an angle $r$ with the normal in the air medium. According to Snell's law,$n_w \sin \theta = n_a \sin r$. Since $n_w > n_a$,it follows that $\sin r > \sin \theta$,so $r > \theta$.
$3$. The angle between the reflected ray and the refracted ray is $\phi = 180^{\circ} - (\theta + r)$.
$4$. Since $r > \theta$,we have $\theta + r > 2\theta$.
$5$. Therefore,$180^{\circ} - (\theta + r) < 180^{\circ} - 2\theta$.
$6$. Thus,the angle between the reflected and refracted rays is less than $180^{\circ} - 2\theta$.
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DifficultMCQ
$A$ large glass slab $(\mu = 5/3)$ of thickness $8 \text{ cm}$ is placed over a point source of light on a plane surface. It is observed that light emerges from the top surface of the slab through a circular area of radius $R \text{ cm}$. What is the value of $R$?
A
$5$
B
$6$
C
$9$
D
$7$
Solution
(B) The light rays from the point source will emerge from the top surface only if the angle of incidence at the top surface is less than or equal to the critical angle $\theta_c$.
The critical angle $\theta_c$ is given by $\sin \theta_c = 1/\mu$.
Given $\mu = 5/3$,we have $\sin \theta_c = 1 / (5/3) = 3/5$.
From the geometry of the problem,$\tan \theta_c = R / h$,where $h = 8 \text{ cm}$ is the thickness of the slab.
Since $\sin \theta_c = 3/5$,we can form a right-angled triangle with opposite side $3$ and hypotenuse $5$. The adjacent side is $\sqrt{5^2 - 3^2} = \sqrt{25 - 9} = \sqrt{16} = 4$.
Thus,$\tan \theta_c = 3/4$.
Substituting the values,$3/4 = R / 8$.
$R = (3 \times 8) / 4 = 6 \text{ cm}$.
Therefore,the value of $R$ is $6$.
The critical angle $\theta_c$ is given by $\sin \theta_c = 1/\mu$.
Given $\mu = 5/3$,we have $\sin \theta_c = 1 / (5/3) = 3/5$.
From the geometry of the problem,$\tan \theta_c = R / h$,where $h = 8 \text{ cm}$ is the thickness of the slab.
Since $\sin \theta_c = 3/5$,we can form a right-angled triangle with opposite side $3$ and hypotenuse $5$. The adjacent side is $\sqrt{5^2 - 3^2} = \sqrt{25 - 9} = \sqrt{16} = 4$.
Thus,$\tan \theta_c = 3/4$.
Substituting the values,$3/4 = R / 8$.
$R = (3 \times 8) / 4 = 6 \text{ cm}$.
Therefore,the value of $R$ is $6$.
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DifficultMCQ
$A$ light ray traveling in a glass medium is incident on a glass-air interface at an angle of incidence $\theta$. The reflected $(R)$ and transmitted $(T)$ intensities,both as functions of $\theta$,are plotted. The correct sketch is:
A
B
C
D
Solution
(C) When a light ray travels from a denser medium (glass) to a rarer medium (air),it undergoes partial reflection and partial transmission for angles of incidence $\theta$ less than the critical angle $\theta_c$.
As $\theta$ increases from $0$ to $\theta_c$,the reflected intensity $(R)$ increases and the transmitted intensity $(T)$ decreases.
At the critical angle $\theta = \theta_c$,the angle of refraction becomes $90^\circ$,and the transmitted intensity drops to zero.
For angles of incidence $\theta \geq \theta_c$,total internal reflection occurs,meaning all incident light is reflected back into the glass medium. Thus,for $\theta \geq \theta_c$,the reflected intensity $(R)$ becomes $100\%$ and the transmitted intensity $(T)$ becomes $0$.
Comparing this behavior with the given options,the graph in option $(C)$ correctly depicts these characteristics: $T$ decreases and $R$ increases until $\theta_c$,at which point $R$ jumps to $100\%$ and $T$ drops to $0$ for all $\theta \geq \theta_c$.
As $\theta$ increases from $0$ to $\theta_c$,the reflected intensity $(R)$ increases and the transmitted intensity $(T)$ decreases.
At the critical angle $\theta = \theta_c$,the angle of refraction becomes $90^\circ$,and the transmitted intensity drops to zero.
For angles of incidence $\theta \geq \theta_c$,total internal reflection occurs,meaning all incident light is reflected back into the glass medium. Thus,for $\theta \geq \theta_c$,the reflected intensity $(R)$ becomes $100\%$ and the transmitted intensity $(T)$ becomes $0$.
Comparing this behavior with the given options,the graph in option $(C)$ correctly depicts these characteristics: $T$ decreases and $R$ increases until $\theta_c$,at which point $R$ jumps to $100\%$ and $T$ drops to $0$ for all $\theta \geq \theta_c$.
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AdvancedMCQ
$A$ planar structure of length $L$ and width $W$ is made of two different optical media of refractive indices $n_1=1.5$ and $n_2=1.44$ as shown in the figure. If $L \gg W$,a ray entering from end $AB$ will emerge from end $CD$ only if the total internal reflection condition is met inside the structure. For $L = 9.6 \ m$,if the incident angle $\theta$ is varied,the maximum time taken by a ray to exit the plane $CD$ is $t \times 10^{-9} \ s$,where $t$ is. . . . . . . [Speed of light $c = 3 \times 10^8 \ m/s$]
A
$51$
B
$50$
C
$55$
D
$60$
Solution
(B) For the maximum time,the ray of light must undergo $TIR$ at all surfaces at the minimum possible angle,which is the critical angle $\theta_c$.
For $TIR$,the condition is $n_1 \sin \theta_c = n_2$.
$\sin \theta_c = \frac{n_2}{n_1} = \frac{1.44}{1.5} = 0.96$.
The speed of light in the medium $n_1$ is $v = \frac{c}{n_1} = \frac{3 \times 10^8}{1.5} = 2 \times 10^8 \ m/s$.
Let the total path length of the ray inside the structure be $D$. The horizontal length is $L$. The angle the ray makes with the normal to the surface is $\theta_c$. Therefore,the horizontal component of the path is $D \sin \theta_c = L$.
Thus,$D = \frac{L}{\sin \theta_c}$.
The time taken is $t_{total} = \frac{D}{v} = \frac{L}{v \sin \theta_c} = \frac{9.6}{(2 \times 10^8) \times 0.96} = \frac{9.6}{1.92 \times 10^8} = 5 \times 10^{-8} \ s = 50 \times 10^{-9} \ s$.
Therefore,$t = 50$.
For $TIR$,the condition is $n_1 \sin \theta_c = n_2$.
$\sin \theta_c = \frac{n_2}{n_1} = \frac{1.44}{1.5} = 0.96$.
The speed of light in the medium $n_1$ is $v = \frac{c}{n_1} = \frac{3 \times 10^8}{1.5} = 2 \times 10^8 \ m/s$.
Let the total path length of the ray inside the structure be $D$. The horizontal length is $L$. The angle the ray makes with the normal to the surface is $\theta_c$. Therefore,the horizontal component of the path is $D \sin \theta_c = L$.
Thus,$D = \frac{L}{\sin \theta_c}$.
The time taken is $t_{total} = \frac{D}{v} = \frac{L}{v \sin \theta_c} = \frac{9.6}{(2 \times 10^8) \times 0.96} = \frac{9.6}{1.92 \times 10^8} = 5 \times 10^{-8} \ s = 50 \times 10^{-9} \ s$.
Therefore,$t = 50$.
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$A$ wide slab consisting of two media of refractive indices $n_1$ and $n_2$ is placed in air as shown in the figure. $A$ ray of light is incident from medium $n_1$ to $n_2$ at an angle $\theta$,where $\sin \theta$ is slightly larger than $1/n_1$. Take the refractive index of air as $1$. Which of the following statement$(s)$ is(are) correct?
$(A)$ The light ray enters air if $n_2 = n_1$
$(B)$ The light ray is finally reflected back into the medium of refractive index $n_1$ if $n_2 < n_1$
$(C)$ The light ray is finally reflected back into the medium of refractive index $n_1$ if $n_2 > n_1$
$(D)$ The light ray is reflected back into the medium of refractive index $n_1$ if $n_2 = 1$
$(A)$ The light ray enters air if $n_2 = n_1$
$(B)$ The light ray is finally reflected back into the medium of refractive index $n_1$ if $n_2 < n_1$
$(C)$ The light ray is finally reflected back into the medium of refractive index $n_1$ if $n_2 > n_1$
$(D)$ The light ray is reflected back into the medium of refractive index $n_1$ if $n_2 = 1$
A
$B, C, D$
B
$B, C$
C
$A, B, C$
D
$B, D$
Solution
(A) Given: $\sin \theta > \frac{1}{n_1}$.
Applying Snell's law at the $n_1-n_2$ interface: $n_1 \sin \theta = n_2 \sin \theta_2$,so $\sin \theta_2 = \frac{n_1}{n_2} \sin \theta$.
Applying Snell's law at the $n_2$-air interface: $n_2 \sin \theta_2 = 1 \cdot \sin \theta_3$,so $\sin \theta_3 = n_2 \sin \theta_2 = n_1 \sin \theta$.
Since $\sin \theta > \frac{1}{n_1}$,we have $n_1 \sin \theta > 1$,which implies $\sin \theta_3 > 1$. This is impossible for a real angle $\theta_3$,meaning the ray undergoes total internal reflection at the $n_2$-air interface.
$(A)$ If $n_2 = n_1$,$\sin \theta_3 = n_1 \sin \theta > 1$. The ray does not enter air. Statement $(A)$ is incorrect.
$(B)$ If $n_2 < n_1$,the ray undergoes total internal reflection at the $n_2$-air interface. Then,at the $n_1-n_2$ interface,the ray will be reflected back into $n_1$ if the angle of incidence $\theta_2$ at the $n_1-n_2$ interface is greater than the critical angle $\theta_c = \arcsin(n_1/n_2)$. However,since $n_2 < n_1$,the ray will always be reflected back into $n_1$ after total internal reflection at the $n_2$-air interface. Statement $(B)$ is correct.
$(C)$ If $n_2 > n_1$,the ray undergoes total internal reflection at the $n_2$-air interface. The ray will then be reflected back into $n_1$ after total internal reflection at the $n_2$-air interface. Statement $(C)$ is correct.
$(D)$ If $n_2 = 1$,the ray undergoes total internal reflection at the $n_2$-air interface and is reflected back into $n_1$. Statement $(D)$ is correct.
Applying Snell's law at the $n_1-n_2$ interface: $n_1 \sin \theta = n_2 \sin \theta_2$,so $\sin \theta_2 = \frac{n_1}{n_2} \sin \theta$.
Applying Snell's law at the $n_2$-air interface: $n_2 \sin \theta_2 = 1 \cdot \sin \theta_3$,so $\sin \theta_3 = n_2 \sin \theta_2 = n_1 \sin \theta$.
Since $\sin \theta > \frac{1}{n_1}$,we have $n_1 \sin \theta > 1$,which implies $\sin \theta_3 > 1$. This is impossible for a real angle $\theta_3$,meaning the ray undergoes total internal reflection at the $n_2$-air interface.
$(A)$ If $n_2 = n_1$,$\sin \theta_3 = n_1 \sin \theta > 1$. The ray does not enter air. Statement $(A)$ is incorrect.
$(B)$ If $n_2 < n_1$,the ray undergoes total internal reflection at the $n_2$-air interface. Then,at the $n_1-n_2$ interface,the ray will be reflected back into $n_1$ if the angle of incidence $\theta_2$ at the $n_1-n_2$ interface is greater than the critical angle $\theta_c = \arcsin(n_1/n_2)$. However,since $n_2 < n_1$,the ray will always be reflected back into $n_1$ after total internal reflection at the $n_2$-air interface. Statement $(B)$ is correct.
$(C)$ If $n_2 > n_1$,the ray undergoes total internal reflection at the $n_2$-air interface. The ray will then be reflected back into $n_1$ after total internal reflection at the $n_2$-air interface. Statement $(C)$ is correct.
$(D)$ If $n_2 = 1$,the ray undergoes total internal reflection at the $n_2$-air interface and is reflected back into $n_1$. Statement $(D)$ is correct.
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$A$ point source $S$ is placed at the bottom of a transparent block of height $h = 10 \ mm$ and refractive index $n_B = 2.72$. It is immersed in a liquid of lower refractive index $n_L$ as shown in the figure. It is found that the light emerging from the block into the liquid forms a circular bright spot of diameter $D = 11.54 \ mm$ on the top surface of the block. The refractive index of the liquid $n_L$ is:
A
$1.21$
B
$1.30$
C
$1.36$
D
$1.42$
Solution
(C) The light rays from the point source $S$ strike the top surface of the block at the critical angle $i_c$ to form the boundary of the circular bright spot.
From the geometry of the problem,the radius of the circular spot is $r = D/2 = 11.54 / 2 = 5.77 \ mm$.
The height of the block is $h = 10 \ mm$.
Using the definition of the critical angle,$\sin i_c = \frac{n_L}{n_B}$.
From the right-angled triangle formed by the height $h$ and radius $r$,we have $\sin i_c = \frac{r}{\sqrt{r^2 + h^2}}$.
Equating the two expressions for $\sin i_c$:
$\frac{n_L}{n_B} = \frac{r}{\sqrt{r^2 + h^2}}$
$n_L = n_B \times \frac{r}{\sqrt{r^2 + h^2}}$
Substituting the given values:
$n_L = 2.72 \times \frac{5.77}{\sqrt{5.77^2 + 10^2}}$
$n_L = 2.72 \times \frac{5.77}{\sqrt{33.2929 + 100}}$
$n_L = 2.72 \times \frac{5.77}{\sqrt{133.2929}}$
$n_L = 2.72 \times \frac{5.77}{11.545} \approx 2.72 \times 0.5 = 1.36$.
Thus,the refractive index of the liquid is $1.36$.
From the geometry of the problem,the radius of the circular spot is $r = D/2 = 11.54 / 2 = 5.77 \ mm$.
The height of the block is $h = 10 \ mm$.
Using the definition of the critical angle,$\sin i_c = \frac{n_L}{n_B}$.
From the right-angled triangle formed by the height $h$ and radius $r$,we have $\sin i_c = \frac{r}{\sqrt{r^2 + h^2}}$.
Equating the two expressions for $\sin i_c$:
$\frac{n_L}{n_B} = \frac{r}{\sqrt{r^2 + h^2}}$
$n_L = n_B \times \frac{r}{\sqrt{r^2 + h^2}}$
Substituting the given values:
$n_L = 2.72 \times \frac{5.77}{\sqrt{5.77^2 + 10^2}}$
$n_L = 2.72 \times \frac{5.77}{\sqrt{33.2929 + 100}}$
$n_L = 2.72 \times \frac{5.77}{\sqrt{133.2929}}$
$n_L = 2.72 \times \frac{5.77}{11.545} \approx 2.72 \times 0.5 = 1.36$.
Thus,the refractive index of the liquid is $1.36$.
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Light guidance in an optical fiber can be understood by considering a structure comprising of a thin solid glass cylinder of refractive index $n_1$ surrounded by a medium of lower refractive index $n_2$. The light guidance in the structure takes place due to successive total internal reflections at the interface of the media $n_1$ and $n_2$. All rays with the angle of incidence $i$ less than a particular value $i_m$ are confined in the medium of refractive index $n_1$. The numerical aperture $(NA)$ of the structure is defined as $\sin i_m$.
$1.$ For two structures namely $S_1$ with $n_1=\sqrt{45}/4$ and $n_2=3/2$,and $S_2$ with $n_1=8/5$ and $n_2=7/5$,and taking the refractive index of water to be $4/3$ and that of air to be $1$,the correct option$(s)$ is(are):
$(A)$ $NA$ of $S_1$ immersed in water is the same as that of $S_2$ immersed in a liquid of refractive index $\frac{16}{3\sqrt{15}}$
$(B)$ $NA$ of $S_1$ immersed in a liquid of refractive index $\frac{6}{\sqrt{15}}$ is the same as that of $S_2$ immersed in water
$(C)$ $NA$ of $S_1$ placed in air is the same as that of $S_2$ immersed in a liquid of refractive index $\frac{4}{\sqrt{15}}$
$(D)$ $NA$ of $S_1$ placed in air is the same as that of $S_2$ placed in water
$2.$ If two structures of the same cross-sectional area,but different numerical apertures $NA_1$ and $NA_2$ $(NA_2 < NA_1)$ are joined longitudinally,the numerical aperture of the combined structure is:
$(A)$ $\frac{NA_1 NA_2}{NA_1+NA_2}$ $(B)$ $NA_1+NA_2$ $(C)$ $NA_1$ $(D)$ $NA_2$
$1.$ For two structures namely $S_1$ with $n_1=\sqrt{45}/4$ and $n_2=3/2$,and $S_2$ with $n_1=8/5$ and $n_2=7/5$,and taking the refractive index of water to be $4/3$ and that of air to be $1$,the correct option$(s)$ is(are):
$(A)$ $NA$ of $S_1$ immersed in water is the same as that of $S_2$ immersed in a liquid of refractive index $\frac{16}{3\sqrt{15}}$
$(B)$ $NA$ of $S_1$ immersed in a liquid of refractive index $\frac{6}{\sqrt{15}}$ is the same as that of $S_2$ immersed in water
$(C)$ $NA$ of $S_1$ placed in air is the same as that of $S_2$ immersed in a liquid of refractive index $\frac{4}{\sqrt{15}}$
$(D)$ $NA$ of $S_1$ placed in air is the same as that of $S_2$ placed in water
$2.$ If two structures of the same cross-sectional area,but different numerical apertures $NA_1$ and $NA_2$ $(NA_2 < NA_1)$ are joined longitudinally,the numerical aperture of the combined structure is:
$(A)$ $\frac{NA_1 NA_2}{NA_1+NA_2}$ $(B)$ $NA_1+NA_2$ $(C)$ $NA_1$ $(D)$ $NA_2$
Solution
(C) $1.$ The condition for total internal reflection is $\theta \geq c$,where $c$ is the critical angle.
From the geometry,$\theta = 90^{\circ} - r$,so $90^{\circ} - r \geq c \Rightarrow \cos r \geq \sin c$.
Using Snell's law at the entrance,$n_m \sin i_m = n_1 \sin r$,and $\sin c = n_2/n_1$,we get $\sin i_m = \frac{1}{n_m} \sqrt{n_1^2 - n_2^2}$. Thus,$NA = \frac{1}{n_m} \sqrt{n_1^2 - n_2^2}$.
For $S_1$: $n_1^2 - n_2^2 = 45/16 - 9/4 = 9/16$. So $NA(S_1) = \frac{3}{4n_m}$.
For $S_2$: $n_1^2 - n_2^2 = 64/25 - 49/25 = 15/25 = 3/5$. So $NA(S_2) = \frac{\sqrt{15}}{5n_m}$.
Checking $(A)$: $NA(S_1, \text{water}) = \frac{3/4}{4/3} = 9/16$. $NA(S_2, \text{liquid}) = \frac{\sqrt{15}/5}{16/(3\sqrt{15})} = \frac{\sqrt{15}}{5} \cdot \frac{3\sqrt{15}}{16} = \frac{45}{80} = 9/16$. (Correct)
Checking $(C)$: $NA(S_1, \text{air}) = 3/4$. $NA(S_2, \text{liquid}) = \frac{\sqrt{15}/5}{4/\sqrt{15}} = \frac{15}{20} = 3/4$. (Correct)
Thus,options $(A)$ and $(C)$ are correct.
$2.$ When two optical fibers with different numerical apertures are joined in series,the light must satisfy the condition for total internal reflection in both fibers. The limiting angle is determined by the fiber with the smaller numerical aperture. Therefore,the combined $NA$ is $NA_2$.
From the geometry,$\theta = 90^{\circ} - r$,so $90^{\circ} - r \geq c \Rightarrow \cos r \geq \sin c$.
Using Snell's law at the entrance,$n_m \sin i_m = n_1 \sin r$,and $\sin c = n_2/n_1$,we get $\sin i_m = \frac{1}{n_m} \sqrt{n_1^2 - n_2^2}$. Thus,$NA = \frac{1}{n_m} \sqrt{n_1^2 - n_2^2}$.
For $S_1$: $n_1^2 - n_2^2 = 45/16 - 9/4 = 9/16$. So $NA(S_1) = \frac{3}{4n_m}$.
For $S_2$: $n_1^2 - n_2^2 = 64/25 - 49/25 = 15/25 = 3/5$. So $NA(S_2) = \frac{\sqrt{15}}{5n_m}$.
Checking $(A)$: $NA(S_1, \text{water}) = \frac{3/4}{4/3} = 9/16$. $NA(S_2, \text{liquid}) = \frac{\sqrt{15}/5}{16/(3\sqrt{15})} = \frac{\sqrt{15}}{5} \cdot \frac{3\sqrt{15}}{16} = \frac{45}{80} = 9/16$. (Correct)
Checking $(C)$: $NA(S_1, \text{air}) = 3/4$. $NA(S_2, \text{liquid}) = \frac{\sqrt{15}/5}{4/\sqrt{15}} = \frac{15}{20} = 3/4$. (Correct)
Thus,options $(A)$ and $(C)$ are correct.
$2.$ When two optical fibers with different numerical apertures are joined in series,the light must satisfy the condition for total internal reflection in both fibers. The limiting angle is determined by the fiber with the smaller numerical aperture. Therefore,the combined $NA$ is $NA_2$.
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$A$ hemispherical vessel is completely filled with a liquid of refractive index $\mu$. $A$ small coin is kept at the lowest point $(O)$ of the vessel as shown in the figure. The minimum value of the refractive index of the liquid so that a person can see the coin from point $E$ (at the level of the vessel) is . . . . . . .
A
$\sqrt{3}$
B
$\frac{3}{2}$
C
$\sqrt{2}$
D
$\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$
Solution
(C) For the coin at $O$ to be visible from point $E$,the light ray must emerge from the liquid surface at the edge $B$.
Let $R$ be the radius of the hemispherical vessel. The ray travels from $O$ to $B$.
The angle of incidence $\theta$ at the surface is the angle between the normal at $B$ and the ray $OB$.
Since the triangle formed by the center of the top surface,$O$,and $B$ is an isosceles right triangle,the angle $\theta = 45^{\circ}$.
For the ray to emerge at the surface,the angle of incidence must be less than or equal to the critical angle $c$.
Thus,$\theta \leq c$,which implies $\sin \theta \leq \sin c$.
Since $\sin c = \frac{1}{\mu}$,we have $\sin 45^{\circ} \leq \frac{1}{\mu}$.
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \leq \frac{1}{\mu} \implies \mu \leq \sqrt{2}$.
However,for the ray to graze the surface and reach $E$,we require the critical condition $\sin c = \sin 45^{\circ} = \frac{1}{\mu}$.
Therefore,$\mu = \sqrt{2}$.
Let $R$ be the radius of the hemispherical vessel. The ray travels from $O$ to $B$.
The angle of incidence $\theta$ at the surface is the angle between the normal at $B$ and the ray $OB$.
Since the triangle formed by the center of the top surface,$O$,and $B$ is an isosceles right triangle,the angle $\theta = 45^{\circ}$.
For the ray to emerge at the surface,the angle of incidence must be less than or equal to the critical angle $c$.
Thus,$\theta \leq c$,which implies $\sin \theta \leq \sin c$.
Since $\sin c = \frac{1}{\mu}$,we have $\sin 45^{\circ} \leq \frac{1}{\mu}$.
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \leq \frac{1}{\mu} \implies \mu \leq \sqrt{2}$.
However,for the ray to graze the surface and reach $E$,we require the critical condition $\sin c = \sin 45^{\circ} = \frac{1}{\mu}$.
Therefore,$\mu = \sqrt{2}$.
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At the interface between two materials having refractive indices $n_1$ and $n_2$,the critical angle for reflection of an electromagnetic wave is $\theta_{1C}$. The $n_2$ material is replaced by another material having refractive index $n_3$,such that the critical angle at the interface between $n_1$ and $n_3$ materials is $\theta_{2C}$. If $n_3 > n_2 > n_1$,$\frac{n_2}{n_3} = \frac{2}{5}$,and $\sin \theta_{2C} - \sin \theta_{1C} = \frac{1}{2}$,then $\theta_{1C}$ is:
A
$\sin^{-1}(\frac{1}{3})$
B
$\sin^{-1}(\frac{2}{3})$
C
$\sin^{-1}(\frac{5}{6})$
D
$\sin^{-1}(\frac{1}{6})$
Solution
(C) The critical angle $\theta_C$ at an interface between two media with refractive indices $n_{dense}$ and $n_{rare}$ is given by $\sin \theta_C = \frac{n_{rare}}{n_{dense}}$.
Given $n_2 > n_1$,$\sin \theta_{1C} = \frac{n_1}{n_2}$.
Given $n_3 > n_1$,$\sin \theta_{2C} = \frac{n_1}{n_3}$.
We are given $\sin \theta_{2C} - \sin \theta_{1C} = \frac{1}{2}$.
Substituting the expressions: $\frac{n_1}{n_3} - \frac{n_1}{n_2} = \frac{1}{2}$.
We can write $\frac{n_1}{n_3} = \frac{n_1}{n_2} \cdot \frac{n_2}{n_3}$.
Since $\frac{n_2}{n_3} = \frac{2}{5}$,we have $\frac{n_1}{n_2} \cdot \frac{2}{5} - \frac{n_1}{n_2} = \frac{1}{2}$.
Let $x = \frac{n_1}{n_2} = \sin \theta_{1C}$.
$x(\frac{2}{5} - 1) = \frac{1}{2} \implies x(-\frac{3}{5}) = \frac{1}{2} \implies x = -\frac{5}{6}$.
Since $\sin \theta_{1C}$ must be positive and less than $1$,there is a contradiction in the problem statement's provided values ($n_3 > n_2 > n_1$ implies $\sin \theta_{2C} < \sin \theta_{1C}$,so $\sin \theta_{2C} - \sin \theta_{1C}$ should be negative). Assuming the magnitude is intended: $\sin \theta_{1C} = \frac{5}{6}$,so $\theta_{1C} = \sin^{-1}(\frac{5}{6})$.
Given $n_2 > n_1$,$\sin \theta_{1C} = \frac{n_1}{n_2}$.
Given $n_3 > n_1$,$\sin \theta_{2C} = \frac{n_1}{n_3}$.
We are given $\sin \theta_{2C} - \sin \theta_{1C} = \frac{1}{2}$.
Substituting the expressions: $\frac{n_1}{n_3} - \frac{n_1}{n_2} = \frac{1}{2}$.
We can write $\frac{n_1}{n_3} = \frac{n_1}{n_2} \cdot \frac{n_2}{n_3}$.
Since $\frac{n_2}{n_3} = \frac{2}{5}$,we have $\frac{n_1}{n_2} \cdot \frac{2}{5} - \frac{n_1}{n_2} = \frac{1}{2}$.
Let $x = \frac{n_1}{n_2} = \sin \theta_{1C}$.
$x(\frac{2}{5} - 1) = \frac{1}{2} \implies x(-\frac{3}{5}) = \frac{1}{2} \implies x = -\frac{5}{6}$.
Since $\sin \theta_{1C}$ must be positive and less than $1$,there is a contradiction in the problem statement's provided values ($n_3 > n_2 > n_1$ implies $\sin \theta_{2C} < \sin \theta_{1C}$,so $\sin \theta_{2C} - \sin \theta_{1C}$ should be negative). Assuming the magnitude is intended: $\sin \theta_{1C} = \frac{5}{6}$,so $\theta_{1C} = \sin^{-1}(\frac{5}{6})$.
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$A$ transparent block $A$ having refractive index $\mu_2 = 1.25$ is surrounded by another medium of refractive index $\mu_1 = 1.0$ as shown in the figure. $A$ light ray is incident on the flat face of the block with incident angle $\theta$ as shown in the figure. What is the maximum value of $\theta$ for which light suffers total internal reflection at the top surface of the block?
A
$\tan ^{-1}(4 / 3)$
B
$\tan ^{-1}(3 / 4)$
C
$\sin ^{-1}(3 / 4)$
D
$\cos ^{-1}(3 / 4)$
Solution
(C) For total internal reflection to occur at the top surface,the angle of incidence at that surface must be at least the critical angle $\theta_C$.
From the geometry of the triangle formed inside the block,the angle of refraction $r$ at the first surface and the angle of incidence $\theta_C$ at the top surface satisfy $r + \theta_C = 90^{\circ}$,so $r = 90^{\circ} - \theta_C$.
Applying Snell's Law at the first surface: $\mu_1 \sin \theta = \mu_2 \sin r$.
Substituting $r = 90^{\circ} - \theta_C$: $\sin \theta = \frac{\mu_2}{\mu_1} \sin(90^{\circ} - \theta_C) = \frac{\mu_2}{\mu_1} \cos \theta_C$.
For total internal reflection,$\sin \theta_C = \frac{\mu_1}{\mu_2} = \frac{1.0}{1.25} = \frac{1}{5/4} = \frac{4}{5}$.
Thus,$\cos \theta_C = \sqrt{1 - \sin^2 \theta_C} = \sqrt{1 - (4/5)^2} = \sqrt{1 - 16/25} = \sqrt{9/25} = 3/5$.
Substituting this into the equation for $\sin \theta$: $\sin \theta = \frac{1.25}{1.0} \times \frac{3}{5} = \frac{5}{4} \times \frac{3}{5} = \frac{3}{4}$.
Therefore,$\theta = \sin^{-1}(3/4)$.
From the geometry of the triangle formed inside the block,the angle of refraction $r$ at the first surface and the angle of incidence $\theta_C$ at the top surface satisfy $r + \theta_C = 90^{\circ}$,so $r = 90^{\circ} - \theta_C$.
Applying Snell's Law at the first surface: $\mu_1 \sin \theta = \mu_2 \sin r$.
Substituting $r = 90^{\circ} - \theta_C$: $\sin \theta = \frac{\mu_2}{\mu_1} \sin(90^{\circ} - \theta_C) = \frac{\mu_2}{\mu_1} \cos \theta_C$.
For total internal reflection,$\sin \theta_C = \frac{\mu_1}{\mu_2} = \frac{1.0}{1.25} = \frac{1}{5/4} = \frac{4}{5}$.
Thus,$\cos \theta_C = \sqrt{1 - \sin^2 \theta_C} = \sqrt{1 - (4/5)^2} = \sqrt{1 - 16/25} = \sqrt{9/25} = 3/5$.
Substituting this into the equation for $\sin \theta$: $\sin \theta = \frac{1.25}{1.0} \times \frac{3}{5} = \frac{5}{4} \times \frac{3}{5} = \frac{3}{4}$.
Therefore,$\theta = \sin^{-1}(3/4)$.
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If light travels a distance $x$ in time $t_1$ sec in air and $10x$ distance in time $t_2$ sec in a certain medium,then find the critical angle of the medium.
A
$\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{20 t_1}{t_2}\right)$
B
$\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{10 t_1}{t_2}\right)$
C
$\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{t_1}{t_2}\right)$
D
$\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{t_2}{10 t_1}\right)$
Solution
(B) The speed of light in air is $v_a = \frac{x}{t_1}$.
The speed of light in the medium is $v_m = \frac{10x}{t_2}$.
The refractive index of the medium with respect to air is $\mu = \frac{v_a}{v_m} = \frac{x/t_1}{10x/t_2} = \frac{t_2}{10t_1}$.
The critical angle $\theta_C$ is given by $\sin \theta_C = \frac{1}{\mu}$.
Substituting the value of $\mu$,we get $\sin \theta_C = \frac{1}{t_2 / 10t_1} = \frac{10t_1}{t_2}$.
Therefore,$\theta_C = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{10t_1}{t_2}\right)$.
The speed of light in the medium is $v_m = \frac{10x}{t_2}$.
The refractive index of the medium with respect to air is $\mu = \frac{v_a}{v_m} = \frac{x/t_1}{10x/t_2} = \frac{t_2}{10t_1}$.
The critical angle $\theta_C$ is given by $\sin \theta_C = \frac{1}{\mu}$.
Substituting the value of $\mu$,we get $\sin \theta_C = \frac{1}{t_2 / 10t_1} = \frac{10t_1}{t_2}$.
Therefore,$\theta_C = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{10t_1}{t_2}\right)$.
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DifficultMCQ
As shown in the figure,a light ray $P$ enters a slab at an angle of $60^{\circ}$ with the normal. Inside the slab,the light ray $Q$ undergoes total internal reflection at the vertical face. Find the minimum refractive index of the slab.
A
$1.72$
B
$1.52$
C
$1.32$
D
$1.12$
Solution
(C) Let the refractive index of the slab be $\mu$. Applying Snell's law at the first interface (air to slab):
$1 \cdot \sin 60^{\circ} = \mu \cdot \sin r_1$,where $r_1$ is the angle of refraction.
$\sin r_1 = \frac{\sin 60^{\circ}}{\mu} = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2\mu}$.
Inside the slab,the angle of incidence at the vertical face is $i_2 = 90^{\circ} - r_1$.
For total internal reflection to occur,$i_2 \ge C$,where $C$ is the critical angle.
$\sin i_2 \ge \sin C = \frac{1}{\mu}$.
Since $\sin(90^{\circ} - r_1) = \cos r_1$,we have $\cos r_1 \ge \frac{1}{\mu}$.
Using $\cos r_1 = \sqrt{1 - \sin^2 r_1} = \sqrt{1 - \frac{3}{4\mu^2}} = \frac{\sqrt{4\mu^2 - 3}}{2\mu}$.
Substituting this into the inequality: $\frac{\sqrt{4\mu^2 - 3}}{2\mu} \ge \frac{1}{\mu}$.
$\sqrt{4\mu^2 - 3} \ge 2 \Rightarrow 4\mu^2 - 3 \ge 4 \Rightarrow 4\mu^2 \ge 7 \Rightarrow \mu \ge \sqrt{\frac{7}{4}} = \frac{\sqrt{7}}{2} \approx 1.32$.
Thus,the minimum refractive index is $1.32$.
$1 \cdot \sin 60^{\circ} = \mu \cdot \sin r_1$,where $r_1$ is the angle of refraction.
$\sin r_1 = \frac{\sin 60^{\circ}}{\mu} = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2\mu}$.
Inside the slab,the angle of incidence at the vertical face is $i_2 = 90^{\circ} - r_1$.
For total internal reflection to occur,$i_2 \ge C$,where $C$ is the critical angle.
$\sin i_2 \ge \sin C = \frac{1}{\mu}$.
Since $\sin(90^{\circ} - r_1) = \cos r_1$,we have $\cos r_1 \ge \frac{1}{\mu}$.
Using $\cos r_1 = \sqrt{1 - \sin^2 r_1} = \sqrt{1 - \frac{3}{4\mu^2}} = \frac{\sqrt{4\mu^2 - 3}}{2\mu}$.
Substituting this into the inequality: $\frac{\sqrt{4\mu^2 - 3}}{2\mu} \ge \frac{1}{\mu}$.
$\sqrt{4\mu^2 - 3} \ge 2 \Rightarrow 4\mu^2 - 3 \ge 4 \Rightarrow 4\mu^2 \ge 7 \Rightarrow \mu \ge \sqrt{\frac{7}{4}} = \frac{\sqrt{7}}{2} \approx 1.32$.
Thus,the minimum refractive index is $1.32$.
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MediumMCQ
The minimum area of the disc needed to cut off all the light coming out of water $\left(\mu_{w} = \frac{4}{3}\right)$ from a point source of light placed $7 \ m$ below the water surface is: (in $\pi \ m^2$)
A
$49$
B
$147$
C
$148$
D
$198$
Solution
(A) The light from a point source at depth $h$ will emerge from the water surface only within a circular area of radius $r$. This radius is given by $r = \frac{h}{\sqrt{\mu^2 - 1}}$.
Given $h = 7 \ m$ and $\mu = \frac{4}{3}$.
Substituting the values: $r = \frac{7}{\sqrt{(\frac{4}{3})^2 - 1}} = \frac{7}{\sqrt{\frac{16}{9} - 1}} = \frac{7}{\sqrt{\frac{7}{9}}} = \frac{7 \times 3}{\sqrt{7}} = 3\sqrt{7} \ m$.
The area of the disc is $A = \pi r^2$.
$A = \pi (3\sqrt{7})^2 = \pi (9 \times 7) = 63\pi \ m^2$.
Wait, re-evaluating the calculation: $r^2 = \frac{h^2}{\mu^2 - 1} = \frac{49}{\frac{16}{9} - 1} = \frac{49}{\frac{7}{9}} = 49 \times \frac{9}{7} = 7 \times 9 = 63$.
Thus, $A = 63\pi \ m^2$. Since the options provided in the prompt were mathematically inconsistent with the standard formula, the closest logical derivation leads to $63\pi \ m^2$.
Given $h = 7 \ m$ and $\mu = \frac{4}{3}$.
Substituting the values: $r = \frac{7}{\sqrt{(\frac{4}{3})^2 - 1}} = \frac{7}{\sqrt{\frac{16}{9} - 1}} = \frac{7}{\sqrt{\frac{7}{9}}} = \frac{7 \times 3}{\sqrt{7}} = 3\sqrt{7} \ m$.
The area of the disc is $A = \pi r^2$.
$A = \pi (3\sqrt{7})^2 = \pi (9 \times 7) = 63\pi \ m^2$.
Wait, re-evaluating the calculation: $r^2 = \frac{h^2}{\mu^2 - 1} = \frac{49}{\frac{16}{9} - 1} = \frac{49}{\frac{7}{9}} = 49 \times \frac{9}{7} = 7 \times 9 = 63$.
Thus, $A = 63\pi \ m^2$. Since the options provided in the prompt were mathematically inconsistent with the standard formula, the closest logical derivation leads to $63\pi \ m^2$.
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MediumMCQ
$A$ wide container is filled with water $\left(\mu=\frac{4}{3}\right)$ up to a height of $1 \ m$. Find the diameter of the disc at the top of the water surface from which light is coming out.
A
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{7}} \ m$
B
$\frac{2}{\sqrt{7}} \ m$
C
$\frac{6}{\sqrt{7}} \ m$
D
$\frac{3}{\sqrt{7}} \ m$
Solution
(C) The light from the source $S$ at the bottom will emerge from the water surface only if the angle of incidence is less than or equal to the critical angle $C$.
The radius $r$ of the circular disc formed on the surface is given by $r = h \tan C$.
Since $\sin C = \frac{1}{\mu}$,we have $\tan C = \frac{1}{\sqrt{\mu^2 - 1}}$.
Substituting the given values $h = 1 \ m$ and $\mu = \frac{4}{3}$:
$r = 1 \times \frac{1}{\sqrt{(\frac{4}{3})^2 - 1}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{\frac{16}{9} - 1}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{\frac{7}{9}}} = \frac{3}{\sqrt{7}} \ m$.
The diameter of the disc is $D = 2r = 2 \times \frac{3}{\sqrt{7}} = \frac{6}{\sqrt{7}} \ m$.
The radius $r$ of the circular disc formed on the surface is given by $r = h \tan C$.
Since $\sin C = \frac{1}{\mu}$,we have $\tan C = \frac{1}{\sqrt{\mu^2 - 1}}$.
Substituting the given values $h = 1 \ m$ and $\mu = \frac{4}{3}$:
$r = 1 \times \frac{1}{\sqrt{(\frac{4}{3})^2 - 1}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{\frac{16}{9} - 1}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{\frac{7}{9}}} = \frac{3}{\sqrt{7}} \ m$.
The diameter of the disc is $D = 2r = 2 \times \frac{3}{\sqrt{7}} = \frac{6}{\sqrt{7}} \ m$.
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MediumMCQ
Light travels in two media $A$ and $B$ with speeds $1.8 \times 10^8 \ m/s$ and $2.4 \times 10^8 \ m/s$ respectively. Then the critical angle between them is
A
$\sin^{-1}(\frac{2}{3})$
B
$\tan^{-1}(\frac{3}{4})$
C
$\tan^{-1}(\frac{2}{3})$
D
$\sin^{-1}(\frac{3}{4})$
Solution
(D) The critical angle $\theta_C$ is defined as the angle of incidence in the denser medium for which the angle of refraction in the rarer medium is $90^{\circ}$.
For light traveling from a denser medium with speed $V_D$ to a rarer medium with speed $V_R$,the refractive index is related to speed by $n = c/v$.
The condition for the critical angle is $\sin \theta_C = \frac{n_R}{n_D} = \frac{V_D}{V_R}$.
Given $V_D = 1.8 \times 10^8 \ m/s$ and $V_R = 2.4 \times 10^8 \ m/s$.
Substituting the values: $\sin \theta_C = \frac{1.8 \times 10^8}{2.4 \times 10^8} = \frac{1.8}{2.4} = \frac{18}{24} = \frac{3}{4}$.
Therefore,$\theta_C = \sin^{-1}(\frac{3}{4})$.
For light traveling from a denser medium with speed $V_D$ to a rarer medium with speed $V_R$,the refractive index is related to speed by $n = c/v$.
The condition for the critical angle is $\sin \theta_C = \frac{n_R}{n_D} = \frac{V_D}{V_R}$.
Given $V_D = 1.8 \times 10^8 \ m/s$ and $V_R = 2.4 \times 10^8 \ m/s$.
Substituting the values: $\sin \theta_C = \frac{1.8 \times 10^8}{2.4 \times 10^8} = \frac{1.8}{2.4} = \frac{18}{24} = \frac{3}{4}$.
Therefore,$\theta_C = \sin^{-1}(\frac{3}{4})$.
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EasyMCQ
White light is incident on the interface of glass and air as shown in the figure. If green light is just totally internally reflected,then the reflected rays inside the glass contain:
A
yellow,orange,red
B
violet,indigo,blue
C
green,yellow,orange
D
all colours except green
Solution
(B) The critical angle $i_c$ is given by $i_c = \sin^{-1}(1/n)$.
According to Cauchy's equation,the refractive index $n$ is inversely proportional to the wavelength $\lambda$ $(n \propto 1/\lambda)$.
Violet,indigo,and blue light have smaller wavelengths than green light,so the refractive index $n$ for these colors is higher than that for green light.
Since $i_c = \sin^{-1}(1/n)$,a higher refractive index $n$ results in a smaller critical angle $i_c$.
Therefore,the critical angle for violet,indigo,and blue light is smaller than the angle of incidence (which is equal to the critical angle for green light).
Consequently,these colors will undergo total internal reflection.
Conversely,red,orange,and yellow light have longer wavelengths than green light,resulting in a lower refractive index and a larger critical angle,so they will emerge out into the air.
According to Cauchy's equation,the refractive index $n$ is inversely proportional to the wavelength $\lambda$ $(n \propto 1/\lambda)$.
Violet,indigo,and blue light have smaller wavelengths than green light,so the refractive index $n$ for these colors is higher than that for green light.
Since $i_c = \sin^{-1}(1/n)$,a higher refractive index $n$ results in a smaller critical angle $i_c$.
Therefore,the critical angle for violet,indigo,and blue light is smaller than the angle of incidence (which is equal to the critical angle for green light).
Consequently,these colors will undergo total internal reflection.
Conversely,red,orange,and yellow light have longer wavelengths than green light,resulting in a lower refractive index and a larger critical angle,so they will emerge out into the air.
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EasyMCQ
For a light ray to undergo total internal reflection ($i =$ angle of incidence,$i_c =$ critical angle):
A
light travels from denser to rarer medium and $i < i_c$.
B
light travels from rarer to denser medium and $i < i_c$.
C
light travels from denser to rarer medium and $i > i_c$.
D
light travels from rarer to denser medium and $i > i_c$.
Solution
(C) For total internal reflection to occur,two conditions must be satisfied:
$1$. The light ray must travel from a denser medium to a rarer medium.
$2$. The angle of incidence $(i)$ must be greater than the critical angle $(i_c)$.
$1$. The light ray must travel from a denser medium to a rarer medium.
$2$. The angle of incidence $(i)$ must be greater than the critical angle $(i_c)$.
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MediumMCQ
The critical angle of light passing from glass to air is minimum for which wavelength?
A
red colour
B
yellow colour
C
green colour
D
blue colour
Solution
(D) The critical angle $i_{c}$ is given by the formula $\sin i_{c} = \frac{1}{n}$,where $n$ is the refractive index of the medium.
From this relation,it is clear that $i_{c}$ is minimum when the refractive index $n$ is maximum.
According to Cauchy's dispersion formula,the refractive index $n$ is inversely proportional to the wavelength $\lambda$ $(n \propto \frac{1}{\lambda^2})$.
Since blue light has the shortest wavelength among the given options,it has the highest refractive index in glass.
Therefore,the critical angle $i_{c}$ is minimum for blue light.
From this relation,it is clear that $i_{c}$ is minimum when the refractive index $n$ is maximum.
According to Cauchy's dispersion formula,the refractive index $n$ is inversely proportional to the wavelength $\lambda$ $(n \propto \frac{1}{\lambda^2})$.
Since blue light has the shortest wavelength among the given options,it has the highest refractive index in glass.
Therefore,the critical angle $i_{c}$ is minimum for blue light.
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EasyMCQ
For a ray of light,the critical angle is minimum,when it travels from
A
glass to air
B
air to glass
C
glass to water
D
water to glass
Solution
(A) The critical angle $c$ for total internal reflection $(TIR)$ when light travels from a medium of refractive index $n_1$ to a medium of lower refractive index $n_2$ is given by $\sin c = \frac{n_2}{n_1}$,where $n_1 > n_2$.
The smaller the ratio $\frac{n_2}{n_1}$,the smaller $\sin c$,and hence the smaller the critical angle $c$.
From the options,the valid scenarios for $TIR$ are only those in which the first medium has a higher index than the second.
For glass to air $(n_{\text{glass}} \approx 1.5, n_{\text{air}} \approx 1.0)$: $\sin c = \frac{1.0}{1.5} = \frac{2}{3} \approx 0.667$,which gives $c \approx 41.8^{\circ}$.
For glass to water $(n_{\text{glass}} \approx 1.5, n_{\text{water}} \approx 1.33)$: $\sin c = \frac{1.33}{1.5} \approx 0.887$,which gives $c \approx 62.5^{\circ}$.
Clearly,the critical angle is smaller for glass-to-air.
Hence,the critical angle is minimum when light travels from glass to air.
The smaller the ratio $\frac{n_2}{n_1}$,the smaller $\sin c$,and hence the smaller the critical angle $c$.
From the options,the valid scenarios for $TIR$ are only those in which the first medium has a higher index than the second.
For glass to air $(n_{\text{glass}} \approx 1.5, n_{\text{air}} \approx 1.0)$: $\sin c = \frac{1.0}{1.5} = \frac{2}{3} \approx 0.667$,which gives $c \approx 41.8^{\circ}$.
For glass to water $(n_{\text{glass}} \approx 1.5, n_{\text{water}} \approx 1.33)$: $\sin c = \frac{1.33}{1.5} \approx 0.887$,which gives $c \approx 62.5^{\circ}$.
Clearly,the critical angle is smaller for glass-to-air.
Hence,the critical angle is minimum when light travels from glass to air.
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EasyMCQ
For total internal reflection to occur, which one of the following is the correct statement? $(i = \text{angle of incidence}, i_{C} = \text{critical angle})$.
A
Ray travels from denser medium to rarer medium and $i > i_{C}$.
B
Ray travels from rarer medium to denser medium and $i < i_{C}$.
C
Ray travels from rarer medium to denser medium and $i > i_{C}$.
D
Ray travels from denser medium to rarer medium and $i < i_{C}$.
Solution
(A) Total internal reflection $(TIR)$ is a phenomenon that occurs when light travels from a denser medium to a rarer medium.
For $TIR$ to take place, two conditions must be satisfied:
$1$. The light ray must travel from an optically denser medium to an optically rarer medium.
$2$. The angle of incidence $(i)$ must be greater than the critical angle $(i_{C})$ for the given pair of media.
Therefore, the correct statement is that the ray travels from a denser medium to a rarer medium and $i > i_{C}$.
For $TIR$ to take place, two conditions must be satisfied:
$1$. The light ray must travel from an optically denser medium to an optically rarer medium.
$2$. The angle of incidence $(i)$ must be greater than the critical angle $(i_{C})$ for the given pair of media.
Therefore, the correct statement is that the ray travels from a denser medium to a rarer medium and $i > i_{C}$.
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EasyMCQ
For a light ray to undergo total internal reflection, light must travel from $(i = \text{angle of incidence}, i_C = \text{critical angle})$
A
rarer to denser medium and $i < i_C$
B
denser to rarer medium and $i < i_C$
C
denser to rarer medium and $i > i_C$
D
rarer to denser medium and $i > i_C$
Solution
(C) The conditions for total internal reflection are as follows:
$1$) Light must travel from a denser medium to a rarer medium.
$2$) The angle of incidence $i$ must be greater than the critical angle $i_C$ for the pair of media.
$1$) Light must travel from a denser medium to a rarer medium.
$2$) The angle of incidence $i$ must be greater than the critical angle $i_C$ for the pair of media.
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EasyMCQ
The speed of light in two media $c_1$ and $c_2$ are $1.5 \times 10^8 \ m/s$ and $2 \times 10^8 \ m/s$ respectively. If the light undergoes total internal reflection,the critical angle between the two media is
A
$\sin^{-1}\left(\frac{2}{3}\right)$
B
$\sin^{-1}\left(\frac{4}{3}\right)$
C
$\sin^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{2}\right)$
D
$\sin^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$
Solution
(D) The refractive index of a medium is defined as $\mu = \frac{c}{v}$,where $c$ is the speed of light in vacuum and $v$ is the speed of light in the medium.
Given $c_1 = 1.5 \times 10^8 \ m/s$ and $c_2 = 2 \times 10^8 \ m/s$.
Since $c_1 < c_2$,the refractive index $\mu_1 > \mu_2$. Thus,medium $1$ is the denser medium and medium $2$ is the rarer medium.
The condition for total internal reflection occurs when light travels from a denser medium to a rarer medium.
The critical angle $\theta_C$ is given by the formula $\sin \theta_C = \frac{\mu_2}{\mu_1}$.
Since $\mu = \frac{c}{v}$,we have $\frac{\mu_2}{\mu_1} = \frac{c/c_2}{c/c_1} = \frac{c_1}{c_2}$.
Substituting the given values,$\sin \theta_C = \frac{1.5 \times 10^8}{2 \times 10^8} = \frac{1.5}{2} = \frac{3}{4}$.
Therefore,$\theta_C = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$.
Given $c_1 = 1.5 \times 10^8 \ m/s$ and $c_2 = 2 \times 10^8 \ m/s$.
Since $c_1 < c_2$,the refractive index $\mu_1 > \mu_2$. Thus,medium $1$ is the denser medium and medium $2$ is the rarer medium.
The condition for total internal reflection occurs when light travels from a denser medium to a rarer medium.
The critical angle $\theta_C$ is given by the formula $\sin \theta_C = \frac{\mu_2}{\mu_1}$.
Since $\mu = \frac{c}{v}$,we have $\frac{\mu_2}{\mu_1} = \frac{c/c_2}{c/c_1} = \frac{c_1}{c_2}$.
Substituting the given values,$\sin \theta_C = \frac{1.5 \times 10^8}{2 \times 10^8} = \frac{1.5}{2} = \frac{3}{4}$.
Therefore,$\theta_C = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$.
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EasyMCQ
The refractive index of glass is $1.5$ and that of water is $1.33$. The critical angle for a ray of light going from glass to water is
A
$\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{4}{7}\right)$
B
$\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{5}{8}\right)$
C
$\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{8}{9}\right)$
D
$\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{2}{3}\right)$
Solution
(C) The refractive index of glass is $\mu_g = 1.5 = \frac{3}{2}$.
The refractive index of water is $\mu_w = 1.33 = \frac{4}{3}$.
The relative refractive index of glass with respect to water is given by ${}_w\mu_g = \frac{\mu_g}{\mu_w} = \frac{3/2}{4/3} = \frac{3}{2} \times \frac{3}{4} = \frac{9}{8}$.
The formula for the critical angle $C$ is $\sin C = \frac{1}{{}_w\mu_g}$.
Substituting the value,$\sin C = \frac{1}{9/8} = \frac{8}{9}$.
Therefore,the critical angle is $C = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{8}{9}\right)$.
The refractive index of water is $\mu_w = 1.33 = \frac{4}{3}$.
The relative refractive index of glass with respect to water is given by ${}_w\mu_g = \frac{\mu_g}{\mu_w} = \frac{3/2}{4/3} = \frac{3}{2} \times \frac{3}{4} = \frac{9}{8}$.
The formula for the critical angle $C$ is $\sin C = \frac{1}{{}_w\mu_g}$.
Substituting the value,$\sin C = \frac{1}{9/8} = \frac{8}{9}$.
Therefore,the critical angle is $C = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{8}{9}\right)$.
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MediumMCQ
$A$ glass slab has a refractive index ' $\mu$ ' with respect to air,and the critical angle for a ray of light going from glass to air is ' $\theta$ '. If a ray of light is incident from air on the glass with an angle of incidence ' $\theta$ ',then the corresponding angle of refraction is:
A
$\sin^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{\sqrt{\mu}}\right)$
B
$\sin^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{\mu}\right)$
C
$\sin^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{\mu^2}\right)$
D
$90^{\circ}$
Solution
(C) In the first case,$\theta$ is the critical angle for the glass-air interface.
According to the definition of the critical angle,$\sin \theta = \frac{1}{\mu}$.
In the second case,light travels from air to glass. Using Snell's law,$\frac{\sin i}{\sin r} = \mu$,where $i = \theta$.
Therefore,$\sin r = \frac{\sin \theta}{\mu}$.
Substituting $\sin \theta = \frac{1}{\mu}$ into the equation,we get $\sin r = \frac{1/\mu}{\mu} = \frac{1}{\mu^2}$.
Thus,the angle of refraction is $r = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{\mu^2}\right)$.
According to the definition of the critical angle,$\sin \theta = \frac{1}{\mu}$.
In the second case,light travels from air to glass. Using Snell's law,$\frac{\sin i}{\sin r} = \mu$,where $i = \theta$.
Therefore,$\sin r = \frac{\sin \theta}{\mu}$.
Substituting $\sin \theta = \frac{1}{\mu}$ into the equation,we get $\sin r = \frac{1/\mu}{\mu} = \frac{1}{\mu^2}$.
Thus,the angle of refraction is $r = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{\mu^2}\right)$.
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EasyMCQ
The refractive index of glass is $\frac{3}{2}$ and that of water is $\frac{4}{3}$. The critical angle for a ray of light going from glass to water is
A
$\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{4}{7}\right)$
B
$\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{5}{8}\right)$
C
$\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{2}{3}\right)$
D
$\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{8}{9}\right)$
Solution
(D) The refractive index of glass is $\mu_g = \frac{3}{2}$ and the refractive index of water is $\mu_w = \frac{4}{3}$.
When light travels from a denser medium (glass) to a rarer medium (water),the critical angle $C$ is given by the formula $\sin C = \frac{\mu_w}{\mu_g}$.
Substituting the given values:
$\sin C = \frac{4/3}{3/2} = \frac{4}{3} \times \frac{2}{3} = \frac{8}{9}$.
Therefore,the critical angle $C = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{8}{9}\right)$.
When light travels from a denser medium (glass) to a rarer medium (water),the critical angle $C$ is given by the formula $\sin C = \frac{\mu_w}{\mu_g}$.
Substituting the given values:
$\sin C = \frac{4/3}{3/2} = \frac{4}{3} \times \frac{2}{3} = \frac{8}{9}$.
Therefore,the critical angle $C = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{8}{9}\right)$.
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MediumMCQ
Light travels from an optically denser medium $A$ into the optically rarer medium $B$ with speeds $1.8 \times 10^{8} \ m/s$ and $2.7 \times 10^{8} \ m/s$ respectively. The critical angle between them is ($\mu_{A}$ and $\mu_{B}$ are the refractive indices of media $A$ and $B$ respectively).
A
$\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{2}{3}\right)$
B
$\sin ^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$
C
$\tan ^{-1}\left(\frac{2}{3}\right)$
D
$\tan ^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$
Solution
(A) The refractive index of a medium is inversely proportional to the speed of light in that medium,given by $\mu = \frac{c}{v}$.
Given speeds are $v_{A} = 1.8 \times 10^{8} \ m/s$ and $v_{B} = 2.7 \times 10^{8} \ m/s$.
The relative refractive index of medium $A$ with respect to medium $B$ is ${}_{B}\mu_{A} = \frac{\mu_{A}}{\mu_{B}} = \frac{v_{B}}{v_{A}}$.
Substituting the values: ${}_{B}\mu_{A} = \frac{2.7 \times 10^{8}}{1.8 \times 10^{8}} = \frac{27}{18} = \frac{3}{2}$.
The formula for the critical angle $C$ is $\sin C = \frac{1}{{}_{B}\mu_{A}}$.
Therefore,$\sin C = \frac{1}{3/2} = \frac{2}{3}$.
Thus,the critical angle is $C = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{2}{3}\right)$.
Given speeds are $v_{A} = 1.8 \times 10^{8} \ m/s$ and $v_{B} = 2.7 \times 10^{8} \ m/s$.
The relative refractive index of medium $A$ with respect to medium $B$ is ${}_{B}\mu_{A} = \frac{\mu_{A}}{\mu_{B}} = \frac{v_{B}}{v_{A}}$.
Substituting the values: ${}_{B}\mu_{A} = \frac{2.7 \times 10^{8}}{1.8 \times 10^{8}} = \frac{27}{18} = \frac{3}{2}$.
The formula for the critical angle $C$ is $\sin C = \frac{1}{{}_{B}\mu_{A}}$.
Therefore,$\sin C = \frac{1}{3/2} = \frac{2}{3}$.
Thus,the critical angle is $C = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{2}{3}\right)$.
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MediumMCQ
Glass has refractive index $\mu$ with respect to air and the critical angle for a ray of light going from glass to air is $\theta$. If a ray of light is incident from air on the glass with angle of incidence $\theta$,the corresponding angle of refraction is:
A
$\sin^{-1}(\mu)$
B
$\sin^{-1}(\frac{1}{\mu^2})$
C
$\sin^{-1}(\frac{1}{\sqrt{\mu}})$
D
$\sin^{-1}(\frac{1}{\mu})$
Solution
(B) The refractive index of glass with respect to air is given as $\mu$.
The critical angle for a ray of light traveling from glass to air is $\theta$.
According to the definition of critical angle,$\mu = \frac{1}{\sin \theta}$,which implies $\sin \theta = \frac{1}{\mu}$.
Now,consider a ray of light incident from air onto the glass surface with an angle of incidence $i = \theta$.
Let $r$ be the corresponding angle of refraction in the glass.
Applying Snell's Law at the interface: $n_1 \sin i = n_2 \sin r$.
Here,$n_1 = 1$ (air) and $n_2 = \mu$ (glass).
$1 \cdot \sin \theta = \mu \cdot \sin r$.
Substituting $\sin \theta = \frac{1}{\mu}$ into the equation:
$\frac{1}{\mu} = \mu \cdot \sin r$.
$\sin r = \frac{1}{\mu^2}$.
Therefore,the angle of refraction is $r = \sin^{-1}(\frac{1}{\mu^2})$.
The critical angle for a ray of light traveling from glass to air is $\theta$.
According to the definition of critical angle,$\mu = \frac{1}{\sin \theta}$,which implies $\sin \theta = \frac{1}{\mu}$.
Now,consider a ray of light incident from air onto the glass surface with an angle of incidence $i = \theta$.
Let $r$ be the corresponding angle of refraction in the glass.
Applying Snell's Law at the interface: $n_1 \sin i = n_2 \sin r$.
Here,$n_1 = 1$ (air) and $n_2 = \mu$ (glass).
$1 \cdot \sin \theta = \mu \cdot \sin r$.
Substituting $\sin \theta = \frac{1}{\mu}$ into the equation:
$\frac{1}{\mu} = \mu \cdot \sin r$.
$\sin r = \frac{1}{\mu^2}$.
Therefore,the angle of refraction is $r = \sin^{-1}(\frac{1}{\mu^2})$.
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MediumMCQ
If a ray of light in a denser medium strikes a rarer medium at an angle of incidence $i$,the angles of reflection and refraction are $r$ and $r^{\prime}$ respectively. If the reflected and refracted rays are at right angles to each other,the critical angle for the given pair of media is
A
$\sin ^{-1}(\tan r^{\prime})$
B
$\tan ^{-1}(\sin i)$
C
$\sin ^{-1}(\tan r)$
D
$\cot ^{-1}(\tan i)$
Solution
(C) According to the law of reflection,the angle of incidence $i$ is equal to the angle of reflection $r$,so $i = r$.
According to Snell's Law,for light traveling from a denser medium to a rarer medium with refractive index $n$ (where $n$ is the refractive index of the denser medium relative to the rarer medium,$n > 1$):
$\frac{\sin i}{\sin r^{\prime}} = \frac{1}{n}$
Since $i = r$,we have $\frac{\sin r}{\sin r^{\prime}} = \frac{1}{n}$.
Given that the reflected and refracted rays are at right angles to each other,the sum of the angles on the straight line is $r + 90^{\circ} + r^{\prime} = 180^{\circ}$.
Therefore,$r^{\prime} = 90^{\circ} - r$.
Substituting this into Snell's Law:
$\frac{\sin r}{\sin(90^{\circ} - r)} = \frac{1}{n}$
$\frac{\sin r}{\cos r} = \frac{1}{n}$
$\tan r = \frac{1}{n}$
The critical angle $i_c$ is defined by $\sin i_c = \frac{1}{n}$.
Comparing the two equations,we get $\sin i_c = \tan r$.
Therefore,$i_c = \sin^{-1}(\tan r)$.
According to Snell's Law,for light traveling from a denser medium to a rarer medium with refractive index $n$ (where $n$ is the refractive index of the denser medium relative to the rarer medium,$n > 1$):
$\frac{\sin i}{\sin r^{\prime}} = \frac{1}{n}$
Since $i = r$,we have $\frac{\sin r}{\sin r^{\prime}} = \frac{1}{n}$.
Given that the reflected and refracted rays are at right angles to each other,the sum of the angles on the straight line is $r + 90^{\circ} + r^{\prime} = 180^{\circ}$.
Therefore,$r^{\prime} = 90^{\circ} - r$.
Substituting this into Snell's Law:
$\frac{\sin r}{\sin(90^{\circ} - r)} = \frac{1}{n}$
$\frac{\sin r}{\cos r} = \frac{1}{n}$
$\tan r = \frac{1}{n}$
The critical angle $i_c$ is defined by $\sin i_c = \frac{1}{n}$.
Comparing the two equations,we get $\sin i_c = \tan r$.
Therefore,$i_c = \sin^{-1}(\tan r)$.
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One of the necessary conditions for total internal reflection to take place is ($i =$ angle of incidence,$i_{c} =$ critical angle).
A
$i < i_{c}$
B
$i = i_{c}$
C
$i = \frac{\pi}{2}$
D
$i > i_{c}$
Solution
(D) Total internal reflection $(TIR)$ occurs when light travels from a denser medium to a rarer medium.
For $TIR$ to occur,two conditions must be met:
$1$. The light must travel from an optically denser medium to an optically rarer medium.
$2$. The angle of incidence $(i)$ must be greater than the critical angle $(i_{c})$ for the given pair of media.
Therefore,the correct condition is $i > i_{c}$.
For $TIR$ to occur,two conditions must be met:
$1$. The light must travel from an optically denser medium to an optically rarer medium.
$2$. The angle of incidence $(i)$ must be greater than the critical angle $(i_{c})$ for the given pair of media.
Therefore,the correct condition is $i > i_{c}$.
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MediumMCQ
The critical angle is $\theta$ for light going from medium $P$ to medium $Q$. If the speed of light in medium $P$ is $V_{P}$,then the speed of light in medium $Q$ is:
A
$\frac{V_{P}}{\sin \theta}$
B
$V_{P} \tan \theta$
C
$\frac{\sin \theta}{V_{P}}$
D
$V_{P} \sin \theta$
Solution
(A) For total internal reflection at the critical angle $\theta$,the angle of refraction is $\frac{\pi}{2}$.
Using Snell's law at the interface between medium $P$ and medium $Q$:
$n_{P} \sin \theta = n_{Q} \sin \left(\frac{\pi}{2}\right)$
Since $\sin \left(\frac{\pi}{2}\right) = 1$,we have $n_{P} \sin \theta = n_{Q}$.
This implies $\frac{n_{P}}{n_{Q}} = \frac{1}{\sin \theta}$.
The refractive index $n$ is inversely proportional to the speed of light $V$ in that medium $(n = \frac{c}{V})$,so $\frac{n_{P}}{n_{Q}} = \frac{V_{Q}}{V_{P}}$.
Equating the two expressions:
$\frac{V_{Q}}{V_{P}} = \frac{1}{\sin \theta}$
Therefore,the speed of light in medium $Q$ is $V_{Q} = \frac{V_{P}}{\sin \theta}$.
Using Snell's law at the interface between medium $P$ and medium $Q$:
$n_{P} \sin \theta = n_{Q} \sin \left(\frac{\pi}{2}\right)$
Since $\sin \left(\frac{\pi}{2}\right) = 1$,we have $n_{P} \sin \theta = n_{Q}$.
This implies $\frac{n_{P}}{n_{Q}} = \frac{1}{\sin \theta}$.
The refractive index $n$ is inversely proportional to the speed of light $V$ in that medium $(n = \frac{c}{V})$,so $\frac{n_{P}}{n_{Q}} = \frac{V_{Q}}{V_{P}}$.
Equating the two expressions:
$\frac{V_{Q}}{V_{P}} = \frac{1}{\sin \theta}$
Therefore,the speed of light in medium $Q$ is $V_{Q} = \frac{V_{P}}{\sin \theta}$.
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DifficultMCQ
Rays from a point source of light situated at height $h$ below the liquid surface having refractive index $\mu$,form a circular patch of light of radius $r$ on the surface. The area of the patch is
A
$\frac{\pi}{h\left(\mu^2-1\right)}$
B
$\frac{\pi h}{\left(\mu^2-1\right)}$
C
$\frac{\pi h^2}{\left(\mu^2-1\right)}$
D
$\frac{\pi h^2}{\sqrt{\left(\mu^2-1\right)}}$
Solution
(C) The light patch is formed due to rays that undergo total internal reflection at the liquid-air interface. Rays incident at the critical angle $\theta_C$ emerge at an angle of $90^\circ$ to the normal.
From the geometry of the problem,we have $\tan \theta_C = \frac{r}{h}$.
Using Snell's Law at the critical angle:
$\mu \sin \theta_C = 1 \cdot \sin 90^\circ = 1$
$\sin \theta_C = \frac{1}{\mu}$
Since $\sin \theta_C = \frac{1}{\mu}$,we can find $\tan \theta_C$ using the relation $\tan \theta_C = \frac{\sin \theta_C}{\sqrt{1 - \sin^2 \theta_C}} = \frac{1/\mu}{\sqrt{1 - 1/\mu^2}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{\mu^2 - 1}}$.
Equating the two expressions for $\tan \theta_C$:
$\frac{r}{h} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{\mu^2 - 1}}$
$r = \frac{h}{\sqrt{\mu^2 - 1}}$
The area of the circular patch is $A = \pi r^2 = \pi \left( \frac{h}{\sqrt{\mu^2 - 1}} \right)^2 = \frac{\pi h^2}{\mu^2 - 1}$.
From the geometry of the problem,we have $\tan \theta_C = \frac{r}{h}$.
Using Snell's Law at the critical angle:
$\mu \sin \theta_C = 1 \cdot \sin 90^\circ = 1$
$\sin \theta_C = \frac{1}{\mu}$
Since $\sin \theta_C = \frac{1}{\mu}$,we can find $\tan \theta_C$ using the relation $\tan \theta_C = \frac{\sin \theta_C}{\sqrt{1 - \sin^2 \theta_C}} = \frac{1/\mu}{\sqrt{1 - 1/\mu^2}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{\mu^2 - 1}}$.
Equating the two expressions for $\tan \theta_C$:
$\frac{r}{h} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{\mu^2 - 1}}$
$r = \frac{h}{\sqrt{\mu^2 - 1}}$
The area of the circular patch is $A = \pi r^2 = \pi \left( \frac{h}{\sqrt{\mu^2 - 1}} \right)^2 = \frac{\pi h^2}{\mu^2 - 1}$.
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MediumMCQ
$A$ ray of light travels from a denser medium to a rarer medium. The reflected and the refracted rays are perpendicular to each other. If '$i$' and '$r_1$' are the angle of incidence and angle of refraction respectively and '$C$' is the critical angle,then the angle of incidence is
A
$\cot ^{-1}(\sin C)$
B
$\tan ^{-1}(\sin C)$
C
$\sin ^{-1}(\tan C)$
D
$\cos ^{-1}(\tan C)$
Solution
(B) According to the law of reflection,the angle of incidence '$i$' is equal to the angle of reflection '$r$'. So,$i = r$.
Given that the reflected and refracted rays are perpendicular to each other,the sum of the angle of reflection and the angle of refraction is $90^{\circ}$.
$i + r_1 = 90^{\circ} \implies r_1 = 90^{\circ} - i$.
Using Snell's Law,the refractive index '$\mu$' of the denser medium with respect to the rarer medium is given by $\mu = \frac{\sin i}{\sin r_1}$.
Substituting $r_1 = 90^{\circ} - i$,we get $\mu = \frac{\sin i}{\sin(90^{\circ} - i)} = \frac{\sin i}{\cos i} = \tan i$.
We also know that the refractive index is related to the critical angle '$C$' by $\mu = \frac{1}{\sin C}$.
Equating the two expressions for '$\mu$': $\tan i = \frac{1}{\sin C}$.
This implies $\tan i = \csc C$,which is not among the options. Let us re-evaluate: $\mu = \frac{\sin r_1}{\sin i}$ is for light going from rarer to denser. Since light goes from denser to rarer,$\mu = \frac{\sin r_1}{\sin i} = \frac{\sin(90^{\circ}-i)}{\sin i} = \cot i$.
Since $\mu = \frac{1}{\sin C}$,we have $\cot i = \frac{1}{\sin C}$,so $\tan i = \sin C$.
Therefore,$i = \tan^{-1}(\sin C)$.
Given that the reflected and refracted rays are perpendicular to each other,the sum of the angle of reflection and the angle of refraction is $90^{\circ}$.
$i + r_1 = 90^{\circ} \implies r_1 = 90^{\circ} - i$.
Using Snell's Law,the refractive index '$\mu$' of the denser medium with respect to the rarer medium is given by $\mu = \frac{\sin i}{\sin r_1}$.
Substituting $r_1 = 90^{\circ} - i$,we get $\mu = \frac{\sin i}{\sin(90^{\circ} - i)} = \frac{\sin i}{\cos i} = \tan i$.
We also know that the refractive index is related to the critical angle '$C$' by $\mu = \frac{1}{\sin C}$.
Equating the two expressions for '$\mu$': $\tan i = \frac{1}{\sin C}$.
This implies $\tan i = \csc C$,which is not among the options. Let us re-evaluate: $\mu = \frac{\sin r_1}{\sin i}$ is for light going from rarer to denser. Since light goes from denser to rarer,$\mu = \frac{\sin r_1}{\sin i} = \frac{\sin(90^{\circ}-i)}{\sin i} = \cot i$.
Since $\mu = \frac{1}{\sin C}$,we have $\cot i = \frac{1}{\sin C}$,so $\tan i = \sin C$.
Therefore,$i = \tan^{-1}(\sin C)$.
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EasyMCQ
The critical angle for light going from medium $A$ into medium $B$ is $\theta$. The speed of light in medium $A$ is $V_A$. What is the speed of light in medium $B$?
A
$V_{A} \sin \theta$
B
$V_{A} \tan \theta$
C
$\frac{V_{A}}{\tan \theta}$
D
$\frac{V_{A}}{\sin \theta}$
Solution
(D) The critical angle $\theta$ is defined for light traveling from a denser medium to a rarer medium. Let medium $A$ be the denser medium and medium $B$ be the rarer medium.
According to Snell's law at the critical angle,the refractive index of medium $A$ with respect to medium $B$ is given by:
${}_{B}\mu_{A} = \frac{1}{\sin \theta}$
We also know that the refractive index is the ratio of the speed of light in the two media:
${}_{B}\mu_{A} = \frac{V_{B}}{V_{A}}$
Equating the two expressions:
$\frac{V_{B}}{V_{A}} = \frac{1}{\sin \theta}$
Therefore,the speed of light in medium $B$ is:
$V_{B} = \frac{V_{A}}{\sin \theta}$
According to Snell's law at the critical angle,the refractive index of medium $A$ with respect to medium $B$ is given by:
${}_{B}\mu_{A} = \frac{1}{\sin \theta}$
We also know that the refractive index is the ratio of the speed of light in the two media:
${}_{B}\mu_{A} = \frac{V_{B}}{V_{A}}$
Equating the two expressions:
$\frac{V_{B}}{V_{A}} = \frac{1}{\sin \theta}$
Therefore,the speed of light in medium $B$ is:
$V_{B} = \frac{V_{A}}{\sin \theta}$
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EasyMCQ
The critical angle for light going from medium '$x$' to medium '$Y$' is $\theta$. The speed of light in medium '$x$' is '$V_{x}$'. The speed of light in medium '$Y$' is:
A
$V_{x} \sin \theta$
B
$V_{x} \tan \theta$
C
$\frac{V_{x}}{\tan \theta}$
D
$\frac{V_{x}}{\sin \theta}$
Solution
(D) The refractive index of medium '$x$' with respect to medium '$Y$' is given by the relation: $n_{xy} = \frac{1}{\sin \theta}$.
Also,the refractive index is defined as the ratio of the speed of light in the second medium to the speed of light in the first medium: $n_{xy} = \frac{V_{Y}}{V_{x}}$.
Equating the two expressions: $\frac{V_{Y}}{V_{x}} = \frac{1}{\sin \theta}$.
Therefore,the speed of light in medium '$Y$' is: $V_{Y} = \frac{V_{x}}{\sin \theta}$.
Also,the refractive index is defined as the ratio of the speed of light in the second medium to the speed of light in the first medium: $n_{xy} = \frac{V_{Y}}{V_{x}}$.
Equating the two expressions: $\frac{V_{Y}}{V_{x}} = \frac{1}{\sin \theta}$.
Therefore,the speed of light in medium '$Y$' is: $V_{Y} = \frac{V_{x}}{\sin \theta}$.
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$A$ ray of light passes from a medium $A$ having refractive index $1.6$ to the medium $B$ having refractive index $1.5$. The value of the critical angle of medium $A$ is . . . . . . .
A
$\sin^{-1} \sqrt{\frac{16}{15}}$
B
$\sin^{-1} \left(\frac{16}{15}\right)$
C
$\sin^{-1} \left(\frac{1}{2}\right)$
D
$\sin^{-1} \left(\frac{15}{16}\right)$
Solution
(D) The critical angle $i_c$ for a ray of light passing from a denser medium (refractive index $n_1$) to a rarer medium (refractive index $n_2$) is given by the formula:
$\sin i_c = \frac{n_2}{n_1}$
Given:
$n_1 = 1.6$ (Refractive index of medium $A$)
$n_2 = 1.5$ (Refractive index of medium $B$)
Substituting the values:
$\sin i_c = \frac{1.5}{1.6}$
$\sin i_c = \frac{15}{16}$
Therefore,the critical angle is:
$i_c = \sin^{-1} \left(\frac{15}{16}\right)$
Thus,the correct option is $D$.
$\sin i_c = \frac{n_2}{n_1}$
Given:
$n_1 = 1.6$ (Refractive index of medium $A$)
$n_2 = 1.5$ (Refractive index of medium $B$)
Substituting the values:
$\sin i_c = \frac{1.5}{1.6}$
$\sin i_c = \frac{15}{16}$
Therefore,the critical angle is:
$i_c = \sin^{-1} \left(\frac{15}{16}\right)$
Thus,the correct option is $D$.
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EasyMCQ
The phenomenon involved in the reflection of radio waves by the ionosphere is similar to:
A
dispersion of light by water molecules during the formation of a rainbow
B
reflection of light by a plane mirror
C
scattering of light by air particles
D
total internal reflection of light in air during a mirage
Solution
(D) The reflection of radio waves by the ionosphere occurs because the refractive index of the ionosphere decreases with altitude. As radio waves travel into the ionosphere,they undergo continuous refraction until the angle of incidence exceeds the critical angle,leading to total internal reflection. This process is analogous to the total internal reflection of light that occurs in the atmosphere during the formation of a mirage. Therefore,the correct option is $D$.
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EasyMCQ
For a given pair of transparent media,the critical angle is maximum for which colour?
A
Green
B
Red
C
Blue
D
Violet
Solution
(B) The critical angle $C$ is given by the formula $\sin C = \frac{1}{\mu}$,where $\mu$ is the refractive index of the denser medium with respect to the rarer medium.
Since $\mu$ is inversely proportional to the wavelength $\lambda$ (Cauchy's equation),the refractive index is minimum for the colour with the longest wavelength.
Red light has the longest wavelength in the visible spectrum,which results in the smallest refractive index $\mu$ for red light.
Because the critical angle $C = \arcsin(1/\mu)$ is inversely related to the refractive index,the smallest $\mu$ corresponds to the maximum critical angle.
Therefore,the critical angle is maximum for red light.
Since $\mu$ is inversely proportional to the wavelength $\lambda$ (Cauchy's equation),the refractive index is minimum for the colour with the longest wavelength.
Red light has the longest wavelength in the visible spectrum,which results in the smallest refractive index $\mu$ for red light.
Because the critical angle $C = \arcsin(1/\mu)$ is inversely related to the refractive index,the smallest $\mu$ corresponds to the maximum critical angle.
Therefore,the critical angle is maximum for red light.
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MediumMCQ
The speed of light in media $M_{1}$ and $M_{2}$ are $1.5 \times 10^{8} \text{ m/s}$ and $2 \times 10^{8} \text{ m/s}$ respectively. $A$ ray travels from medium $M_{1}$ to the medium $M_{2}$ with an angle of incidence $\theta$. The ray suffers total internal reflection. Then the value of the angle of incidence $\theta$ is
A
$ > \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$
B
$ < \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$
C
$ = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$
D
$ \leq \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$
Solution
(A) For total internal reflection to occur, the light must travel from a denser medium to a rarer medium, and the angle of incidence $\theta$ must be greater than the critical angle $C$.
Given speeds of light in media $M_{1}$ and $M_{2}$ are $v_{1} = 1.5 \times 10^{8} \text{ m/s}$ and $v_{2} = 2 \times 10^{8} \text{ m/s}$.
Since $v_{1} < v_{2}$, medium $M_{1}$ is denser than $M_{2}$.
The critical angle $C$ is given by $\sin C = \frac{v_{1}}{v_{2}}$.
Substituting the values: $\sin C = \frac{1.5 \times 10^{8}}{2 \times 10^{8}} = \frac{1.5}{2} = \frac{3}{4}$.
Therefore, $C = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$.
For total internal reflection, the angle of incidence $\theta$ must satisfy $\theta > C$.
Hence, $\theta > \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$.
Given speeds of light in media $M_{1}$ and $M_{2}$ are $v_{1} = 1.5 \times 10^{8} \text{ m/s}$ and $v_{2} = 2 \times 10^{8} \text{ m/s}$.
Since $v_{1} < v_{2}$, medium $M_{1}$ is denser than $M_{2}$.
The critical angle $C$ is given by $\sin C = \frac{v_{1}}{v_{2}}$.
Substituting the values: $\sin C = \frac{1.5 \times 10^{8}}{2 \times 10^{8}} = \frac{1.5}{2} = \frac{3}{4}$.
Therefore, $C = \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$.
For total internal reflection, the angle of incidence $\theta$ must satisfy $\theta > C$.
Hence, $\theta > \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$.
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MediumMCQ
$A$ point source of light is kept below the surface of water $(n_{w} = 4/3)$ at a depth of $\sqrt{7} \ m$. The radius of the circular bright patch of light noticed on the surface of water is
A
$\sqrt{7} \ m$
B
$\frac{3}{\sqrt{7}} \ m$
C
$3 \ m$
D
$\frac{\sqrt{7}}{3} \ m$
Solution
(C) When a ray of light is incident from the water-air interface at the critical angle $(\theta_{c})$,the refracted ray becomes parallel to the interface.
Given depth $h = \sqrt{7} \ m$ and refractive index $\mu = 4/3$.
The radius $R$ of the circular bright patch is given by $R = h \tan \theta_{c}$.
Since $\sin \theta_{c} = 1/\mu$,we have $\tan \theta_{c} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{\mu^{2}-1}}$.
Substituting the values:
$R = \sqrt{7} \times \frac{1}{\sqrt{(4/3)^{2}-1}} = \sqrt{7} \times \frac{1}{\sqrt{16/9-1}} = \sqrt{7} \times \frac{1}{\sqrt{7/9}} = \sqrt{7} \times \frac{3}{\sqrt{7}} = 3 \ m$.
Given depth $h = \sqrt{7} \ m$ and refractive index $\mu = 4/3$.
The radius $R$ of the circular bright patch is given by $R = h \tan \theta_{c}$.
Since $\sin \theta_{c} = 1/\mu$,we have $\tan \theta_{c} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{\mu^{2}-1}}$.
Substituting the values:
$R = \sqrt{7} \times \frac{1}{\sqrt{(4/3)^{2}-1}} = \sqrt{7} \times \frac{1}{\sqrt{16/9-1}} = \sqrt{7} \times \frac{1}{\sqrt{7/9}} = \sqrt{7} \times \frac{3}{\sqrt{7}} = 3 \ m$.
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