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For a total internal reflection, which of the following is correct ?

A

Light travel from rarer to denser medium.

B

Light travel from denser to rarer medium.

C

Light travels in air only.

D

Light travels in water only.

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The correct Answer is:
B
In total internal reflection, light travel from denser to rarer medium.
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