JEE Advanced · Physics · 24. Ray Optics
For a prism of prism angle , the refractive indices of the left half and the right half are, respectively, and , as shown in the figure. The angle of incidence is chosen such that the incident light rays will have minimum deviation if For the case of unequal refractive indices, and (where ), the angle of emergence . Which of the following statement(s) is(are) correct? 
- A The value of (in radians) is greater than that of .
- B is proportional to .
- C lies between and milliradian, if .
- D lies between and milliradians, if
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Correct Answer
(C) lies between and milliradian, if .
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Given, In case of minimum deviation,
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