Two thin prisms of flint glass, with refracting angles of 6° and 8° respectively, possess dispersive powers in the ratio :
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Two thin prisms of flint glass, with refracting angles of 6° and 8° respectively, possess dispersive powers in the ratio :

G1 Physics · Accepted Answer

Derived solution: Step 1: For thin prisms/lenses use dispersion relations. For an achromatic doublet, ω₁P₁ + ω₂P₂ = 0, while the net power is P₁ + P₂. Step 2: Substitute the values given in the question and apply the geometry/sign convention shown. Step 3: On simplification the result is 1 : 1. Therefore the correct option is C.