SUMMARY
The discussion centers on calculating the range of angle of deviation when light transitions from glass (n=1.5) to water (n=1.33). The lowest angle of deviation is confirmed to be 0° when the angle of incidence (i) is 0°. The highest angle of deviation remains undetermined, with participants suggesting calculations at specific angles of incidence, such as 20° and 40°, to explore the conditions for total internal reflection (TIR) and refraction.
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of Snell's Law
- Knowledge of refractive indices (n=1.5 for glass, n=1.33 for water)
- Familiarity with the concept of total internal reflection (TIR)
- Basic trigonometry for angle calculations
NEXT STEPS
- Calculate angles of deviation using Snell's Law for various angles of incidence
- Investigate the conditions for total internal reflection (TIR) between glass and water
- Explore the concept of critical angle in refraction scenarios
- Review practical applications of refraction in optical devices
USEFUL FOR
Students studying optics, physics educators, and anyone interested in the principles of light behavior at material interfaces.