The discussion revolves around the behavior of white light as it interacts with a spherical water drop, particularly focusing on the concepts of deviation and dispersion of light. Participants are exploring how these phenomena differ from those observed with a triangular prism.
The discussion is active, with various interpretations being explored regarding the behavior of light in a spherical drop. Some participants have offered insights into the role of angles and the nature of light rays, while others are questioning the necessity of specific laws for determining deviation.
There are indications of confusion regarding the conditions of the problem, such as the shape of the drop and the angle of incidence, which may affect the understanding of light behavior. Participants are also addressing the potential for partial reflections and the implications of light interacting with the drop's surfaces.
haruspex said:
A is correct answer. if it the spherical considered as regular.if it is not the answer be B.Jahnavi said:
nothing law is necessary for determining the deviation.haruspex said:
sanujan said:
draw perpendicular line for the circle it will goes through the radius of the circle and the normal also in the line of radius.and the light incident on spherical through radius.Jahnavi said:
sanujan said:
Do you mean, at some angle to the normal? Then there would be deviation, dispersion, and maybe internal reflection.Jahnavi said:
Yes, but I don't think that is what B is referring to.sanujan said:
Snell's law gives the answer. It might or might not be necessary to appeal to that.sanujan said:
