The Mystery of Thin Prism: Angle & Deviation Explained"

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The discussion centers on the behavior of thin prisms, specifically regarding the minimum deviation angle and its relationship with the refractive index. It is established that in thin prisms, the angles are minimal, leading to a consistent position at the minimum deviation angle. The deviation angle is influenced by the refractive index but remains independent of the angle of incidence. The terminology "thin prism" is correctly used in this context.

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1.the angles of thin prism are very small ,that's why the prism is always in the position of minimum deviation angle.
I don't understand this statement at all!how to prove this?

the deviation angle in a thin prism depends upon the refractive index but It doesn't depend upon the angle of incidence because the prism is always in the position of minimun deviation angle.

I don't understand this either.
Thanks in advance
 
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am I using the right word "thin prism"?
 

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