Hello Guys: Angle of Incidence & Emergent Ray - Compare & Answer Problems

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When a ray of light passes from air into a glass plate, the angle of incidence is equal to the angle the emergent ray makes with the normal. To solve related problems, extend the rays in a sketch and apply geometric principles. If angles are provided relative to the surface, use their complements to determine the angle of incidence. The discussion also highlights the importance of understanding the index of refraction and Snell's law for accurate calculations. This foundational knowledge is essential for solving optics problems effectively.
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Hello guys!

I hope someone can help me here...

How do I compare the angle of incidence and the angle the emergent ray makes w/ the normal when a ray of light passes from air through a glass plate? From here, I can answer my other problems...
 
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They're equal. If you need any other angles, extend the rays on your sketch and use geometry to find what you need. Remember, if they give you the angle relative to the surface to use its complement as the angle of incidence.
 
Banana, he is talking about light passes through glass. You are talking about light reflecting on a mirror.

Franz, Look up index of refraction and snell's law.
 

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