Question: A parallel beam of light containing two wavelengths, λ1 = 450nm and λ2 = 650nm, enters the silicate flint glass of an equilateral prism as

A parallel beam of light containing two wavelengths, λ1 = 450nm and λ2 = 650nm, enters the silicate flint glass of an equilateral prism as shown in Fig. 24-58. At what angle does each beam leave the prism (give angle with normal to the face?

60° 45.0° 02 60% 60°

60 45.0 02 60% 60

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