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The equation of refraction at a spherical surface is µ₂/v - µ₁/u =(µ₂-µ₁)/R Taking R = ∞, show that the equation leads to the equation Real depth/Apparent depth = µ₁/µ₂ for refraction at a plane surface. |
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Answer» The equation of refraction at a spherical surface is µ₂/v - µ₁/u =(µ₂-µ₁)/R Given that R = ∞, (Implies that the surface is plane) Hence, µ₂/v - µ₁/u = 0 →µ₂/v = µ₁/u →µ₁/µ₂ = u/v = h₁/h₂ = Real Depth/Apparent depth |
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