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Does the critical angle depend on the wavelength of the light ?

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To determine whether the critical angle depends on the wavelength of light, we can follow these steps: ### Step 1: Define Critical Angle The critical angle (θc) is defined as the minimum angle of incidence at which total internal reflection (TIR) occurs when light travels from a denser medium to a rarer medium. ### Step 2: Use the Formula for Critical Angle The relationship between the critical angle and the refractive index (ν) of the medium can be expressed using the formula: \[ \sin(\theta_c) = \frac{1}{\nu} \] ...
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