AIPMT PRELIMS2012Physics-Optics

AIPMT PRELIMS 2012 Physics Refraction MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

When a biconvex lens of glass having refractive index 1.47 is dipped in a liquid, it acts as a plane sheet of glass. This implies that the liquid must have refractive index

A

less than that of glass

B

equal to that of glass

C

less than one

D

greater than that of glass

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

For the lens to act as a plane sheet, the refractive index of the liquid must be equal to that of the glass, i.e., 1.47.

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