Question
Mention one difference between reflection of light from a plane mirror and total internal reflection of light from a prism.
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Answer
When total internal reflection occurs from a prism, the entire incident light (100%) is reflected back into the denser medium. Whereas in ordinary reflection from a plane mirror, some light is refracted and absorbed so the reflection is partial.
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