How do you read the Brewster angle formula / equation?

In summary, the conversation is about understanding the formula for the Brewster angle and explaining the meaning of each symbol, such as n1, n2, and theta. The Wikipedia page is suggested as a resource to gain a better understanding. The person offering help also requires that the student has made some effort in researching before they can provide assistance.
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Homework Statement
I have a presentation tomorrow, in which I have to explain the formula used in the Brewster angle, so I have to say what each symbol there means (the n1, n2, tan ...)
Relevant Equations
tan(0B) = n2 /n1
So far all I know is that n1 and n2 represent the refractive indices of the two media, and so is theta (I think). Please help
 

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Have you read any resources about it? The wikipedia page is a good starting point for an explanation
 
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ddedeasx said:
Homework Statement:: I have a presentation tomorrow, in which I have to explain the formula used in the Brewster angle, so I have to say what each symbol there means (the n1, n2, tan ...)
Relevant Equations:: tan(0B) = n2 /n1

So far all I know is that n1 and n2 represent the refractive indices of the two media, and so is theta (I think). Please help
brainpushups said:
Have you read any resources about it? The wikipedia page is a good starting point for an explanation
Yes, we require that you show some effort as a student before we can offer you tutorial help.

Please read through the Wikipedia article and post any questions you have about your reading. Thanks.
 

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