The polarising angle for water is $53^\circ 4'$. If light is incident at this angle on the surface of water and reflected, the angle of refraction is:

  • A
    $53^\circ 4'$
  • B
    $126^\circ 56'$
  • C
    $36^\circ 56'$
  • D
    $30^\circ 4'$

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