Is it possible for a light ray to undergo total internal reflection as it goes f

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Is it possible for a light ray to undergo total internal reflection as it goes from air into water? A.We need to know the angle of incidence to determine an answer. B. No. Light will never undergo total internal reflection as it goes from air to water. C.Yes, but only if the angle of incidence is greater than or equal to the critical angle. D.Yes, but only if the angle of incidence is less than the critical angle. E.Yes. Light will always undergo total internal reflection as it goes from air into water.

Explanation / Answer

B. No. Light will never undergo total internal reflection as it goes from air to water.

This is because the necessary condition is that light must travel form denser to rarer.

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