In calcite the wave front formed is

spherical

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elliptical

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planar

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cylindrical

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Solution

The correct option is B elliptical
Calcite is a birefringent material, that is, it has two indices of refraction for lights of different polarization.
An elliptical wave front is formed corresponding to the extraordinary ray.

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