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A ray of light of refractive index `1.4`approaches the boundary surface between the liquids and air at an angle of incidence whose sine is `0.8`.Which of the following statements is correct about the behaviour of the light

A

It is impossible to predict the behaviour of the light ray on the basis of the information supplied.

B

The sine of the angle of refraction of the emergent ray will be less than 0.8

C

The ray will be internally reflected

D

The sine of the angle of refraction of the emergent ray will be greater than 0.8

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To solve the problem, we will analyze the behavior of the light ray as it transitions from a liquid with a refractive index of 1.4 to air, which has a refractive index of 1. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify Given Values**: - Refractive index of the liquid (n1) = 1.4 - Refractive index of air (n2) = 1.0 - Sine of angle of incidence (sin i) = 0.8 2. **Calculate the Angle of Incidence**: - We can find the angle of incidence (i) using the sine value: \[ \sin i = 0.8 \implies i = \arcsin(0.8) \] - However, we don't need the exact angle for this problem; we will use the sine value directly in our calculations. 3. **Apply Snell's Law**: - Snell's Law states: \[ n_1 \sin i = n_2 \sin r \] - Plugging in the values: \[ 1.4 \cdot 0.8 = 1.0 \cdot \sin r \] - This simplifies to: \[ 1.12 = \sin r \] 4. **Analyze the Result**: - The value of \(\sin r\) cannot exceed 1, as the sine of an angle must lie within the range of -1 to 1. Since we have \(\sin r = 1.12\), this indicates that the angle of refraction (r) cannot exist. 5. **Conclusion**: - Since \(\sin r > 1\), total internal reflection occurs. Therefore, the light ray will not pass into the air but will be reflected back into the liquid. ### Final Answer: The correct statement about the behavior of the light is that the ray will be internally reflected. ---

To solve the problem, we will analyze the behavior of the light ray as it transitions from a liquid with a refractive index of 1.4 to air, which has a refractive index of 1. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify Given Values**: - Refractive index of the liquid (n1) = 1.4 - Refractive index of air (n2) = 1.0 - Sine of angle of incidence (sin i) = 0.8 ...
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