A layer of water (n = 1.333) floats on carbon tetrachloride (n = 1.461) contained in an aquarium. To the nearest degree, what is the critical angle at the interface between the two liquids?
A. 88°
B. 78°
C. 66°
D. 58°
E. 43°
Answer: C
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