Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 1]PhysicsDispersion and Spectra
A specific material exhibits refractive indices of 1.56 , 1.60 , and 1.68 for red, yellow, and violet light, respectively. Evaluate the angular dispersion produced by a thin prism with an angle of 6^ constructed from this material.
Options
- A0.12^
- B3.60^
- C4.08^
- D0.72^
Correct answer
D. 0.72^
Step-by-step solution
The angular dispersion produced by a thin prism is given by the difference in the angles of deviation for violet and red light. The formula for angular dispersion is = ( _v - _r)A Given values are _v = 1.68 , _r = 1.56 , and A = 6^ Substituting the values into the formula: = (1.68 - 1.56) 6^ = 0.12 6^ = 0.72^