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An isosceles prism of angle 120degree has a refractive index 1.44. Two parallel monochromatic rays enter the prism parallel to each other in air as shown. The rays emerge from the opposite faces

A

are parallel to each other

B

are diverging

C

make an angle of 2`[sin^(-1)(0.72)-30^(@)]` with each other

D

make an angle of `2sin^(-1)(0.72)` with each other

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The correct Answer is:
d.

Applying Snell's law at P, `mu=(sinr)/(sin30^(@))sinr=(1.44)/(2)=0.72`
`:.delta =r-30^(@)=sin^(-1)(0.72)-30^(@)`
Therefore, the rays make and angle of `2delta=[sin-1(0.72)-30]` with each other.
(d) is the correct option.
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