# Problem: A narrow beam of light passes through a plate of glass with thickness 1.03 cm and a refractive index 1.46. The beam enters from air at an angle 20.1°. The goal is to calculate the deviation d of the ray as indicated in the figure. Find deviation d.

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A narrow beam of light passes through a plate of glass with thickness 1.03 cm and a refractive index 1.46. The beam enters from air at an angle 20.1°. The goal is to calculate the deviation d of the ray as indicated in the figure. Find deviation d. Frequently Asked Questions

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