$A$ spider and a fly are on opposite sides of the surface of a glass sphere. What is the maximum solid angle $\Omega$ within which the fly can be seen by the spider?
Given: The dimensions of the spider and the fly are very small with respect to the sphere. The refractive index of the glass is $\mu_g = \sqrt{2}$.

  • A
    $\Omega = \frac{2\pi}{3}$
  • B
    $\Omega = \pi$
  • C
    $\Omega = \frac{\pi}{2}$
  • D
    $\Omega = \frac{\pi}{3}$

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