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3.2.2 Refraction of light

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Question 46

The speed of light in a vacuum is 3.0 × 10⁸ m/s.

The speed of light in a certain liquid is 2.1 × 10⁸ m/s.

A light ray in a vacuum enters the liquid with an angle of incidence of $48∘48^\circ$ .

What is the angle of refraction within the liquid?

A

$31∘31^\circ$

B

$34∘34^\circ$

C

$48∘48^\circ$

D

$69∘69^\circ$

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3.2.2 Refraction of light Questions

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3.2.2 Refraction of light

100 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 3.2.2 Refraction of light. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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