A Ray of Light Enters a Pane of Glass with an Angle

question 39

Multiple Choice

A ray of light enters a pane of glass with an angle of incidence of 37°. The index of refraction of the glass is 1.48. What is the angle of refraction as the ray emerges from the other side of the pane after traveling through the glass?

• A) 21°
• B) 24°
• C) 53°
• D) 37°
• E) 16°

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