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The critical angle for a medium is 45 degrees. What is its refractive index?

A1.414
B1.5
C2.0
D0.707

✓ Correct Answer: A1.414

n = 1/sin(C) = 1/sin(45) = 1/(1/sqrt(2)) = sqrt(2) ≈ 1.414.

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