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Chapter 18 Problem 8P

Question

Problem 8P

A ray of light impinges on a mirror as shown in Figure P18.8. A second mirror is fastened at 90° to the first.

a. After striking both mirrors, at what angle relative to the incoming ray does the outgoing ray emerge?

b. What is the answer if the incoming angle is 30°?

Solution

Problem 8P

A ray of light impinges on a mirror as shown in Figure P18.8. A second mirror is fastened at  to the first.

a. After striking both mirrors, at what angle relative to the incoming ray does the outgoing ray emerge?

b. What is the answer if the incoming angle is ?

                                     

                                                              Step By Step Solution

Step 1 of 3

(a)

We will complete the ray diagram first:

 

Here

Angle of incidence on first surface:

Since angle of incidence is equal to angle of reflection:

Angle of reflection:

In the right angle triangle,

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Title College Physics 12 
Author Randall D. Knight
ISBN 9780321595492

A ray of light impinges on a mirror as shown in Figure

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