Physics · 2024
JEE Main · 31 January 2024, Shift 1 · Q45
The refractive index of a prism with apex angle A is cot A / 2. The angle of minimum deviation is:
The refractive index of a prism with apex angle $\displaystyle A$ is $\displaystyle \cot A / 2$. The angle of minimum deviation is :
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From NTA’s final answer key for this paper.
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$\displaystyle \delta_m=180^{\circ}-2 A$
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