Which kind of robotic space mission enables us to determine the chemical composition of a planet's surface and atmosphere remotely?

A) sample return
B) lander/probe
C) orbiter
D) flyby


B

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Total Internal Reflection: The critical angle for a substance in air is measured at 53.7°. If light enters this substance from air at 45.0° with the normal, at what angle with the normal will it continue to travel?

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