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What is the relation between refractive index and critical angle for a given pair of optical media ?

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To find the relation between the refractive index (μ) and the critical angle (i_c) for a given pair of optical media, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Refractive Index**: The refractive index (μ) of a medium is defined using Snell's Law, which states: \[ \frac{\sin(i)}{\sin(r)} = \mu ...
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