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The light reflected from water surface `(mu = 1.3)` is completely polarised. The angle of incidence will be

A

`30^(@)`

B

`45^(@)`

C

`53^(@)`

D

`65^(@)`

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The correct Answer is:
C
`mu = tan theta_(P)`
`:. i = theta_(P) = tan^(-1)(mu) = tan^(-1)(1.3) ~~ 53^(@)`
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