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What is Brewster angle for air to glass transtion ? (`mu` of glass is `1.5`)

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To find the Brewster angle for the air to glass transition, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the Concept of Brewster's Angle**: Brewster's angle (θ_B) is the angle of incidence at which light with a particular polarization is perfectly transmitted through a transparent dielectric surface, with no reflection. It can be calculated using the refractive indices of the two media involved. 2. **Identify the Refractive Index Values**: ...
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