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`theta` is the polarising angle for two optical media, whose critical angles are `C_1` and `C_2`. Then the correct relation is

A

`sin theta = (sinC_1)/(sin C_2)`

B

`tan theta = (sinC_1)/(sin C_2)`

C

`theta=C_2/C_1`

D

`sin theta = (sin C_2)/(sin C_1)`.

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