Light from a 594-nm monochromatic source is incident upon the surface of fused quartz (n = 1.56)at an angle of 46°.What is the angle of reflection from the surface?
A) 12°
B) 23°
C) 46°
D) 29°
E) 72°

Question

Light from a 594-nm monochromatic source is incident upon the surface of fused quartz (n = 1.56)at an angle of 46°.What is the angle of reflection from the surface?
A) 12°
B) 23°
C) 46°
D) 29°
E) ​72°

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The angle of reflection is equal to the angle of incidence according to the law of reflection. Therefore, the angle of reflection is 46°.

Light from a 594-Nm Monochromatic Source Is Incident Upon the Surface