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A ray of light of refractive index `1.4`approaches the boundary surface between the liquids and air at an angle of incidence whose sine is `0.8`.Which of the following statements is correct about the behaviour of the light

A

It is impossible to predict the behavior of the light ray on the basis of the information supplied

B

The sine of the angle of refraction of the emergent ray will less than 0.8

C

The ray will be internally reflected

D

The sine of the angle of refraction of the emergent ray will be greater than 0.8.

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