Q136 / 180 · AIIMS 2008 · Physics

When white light passes through a prism, the deviation is maximum for

Correct answer
A
violet light
B
green light
C
red light
D
yellow light

Solution

Since the wavelength of violet light is the smallest, therefore maximum deviation will occur for violet light.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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