The Critical Angle for a Beam of Light Passing from Water

question 6

Multiple Choice

The critical angle for a beam of light passing from water into air is 48.8°.This means that all light rays with an angle of incidence in the water that is greater than 48.8° will be

• A)totally absorbed by the water.
• B)totally reflected.
• C)partially reflected and partially transmitted.
• D)totally transmitted.

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