Standard Books Physics Prism MCQ Question with Solution

For a glass prism (μ = √3), angle of minimum deviation is equal to angle of the prism. The angle of the prism is

A

45°

B

30°

C

90°

D

60°

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

For a prism where the angle of minimum deviation equals the angle of the prism, A = δₘ. Given μ = √3, the angle A can be calculated using the formula A = 60°.

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