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A prism of angle `59^(@)` produces a minimum deviation of `42 ^(@).` Calculate the refractive index of the prism.

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To calculate the refractive index of a prism given its angle and minimum deviation, we can follow these steps: ### Step 1: Write down the known values. - Angle of the prism (A) = 59° - Minimum deviation (D) = 42° ### Step 2: Use the formula for refractive index (n) in terms of prism angle and minimum deviation. The formula for the refractive index (n) of a prism in the condition of minimum deviation is given by: ...
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