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The correct curve between refractive index `mu` and wavelength `lambda` will be

A

A

B

B

C

C

D

D

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A

As `lambda` increases, `mu` decrease. Curve A is correct.
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  • The graph which represents the relation between refractive index mu with wavelength lambda is

    A
    B
    C
    D
  • The correct relation between the refractive index ( mu ) of the material of prism (A) and angle of minimum deviation ( delta ) is

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    B
    `mu= cos(A + delta /2) /sin (A /2)`
    C
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    D
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  • Which of the following graphs shows appropriate variation of refractive index mu with wavelength lambda

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    C
    D
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