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Question Number 36068 by NECx last updated on 28/May/18

Why is it not advisable to use  small incident angle when performing  experiment on refraction using a  triangular prism?

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Commented by NECx last updated on 28/May/18

In Q35876 mr Ajfour said and I  quote;′ lest it does not undergo  total internal reflection′ .    Does this also apply in the  triangular prism?

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