AIPMT PRELIMS2002Physics-Optics

AIPMT PRELIMS 2002 Physics Total Internal Reflection MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12

For the given incident ray as shown in figure, the condition of total internal reflection of this ray the minimum refractive index of prism will be :-

Question diagram
A

√3 + 1 / 2

B

√2 + 1 / 2

C

√3 / 2

D

√7 / 6

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

Total internal reflection occurs when the angle of incidence is greater than the critical angle. The minimum refractive index can be calculated using Snell's law and the given angle.

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