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In monochromatic red light a blue book will appear:

Correct answer: C. Black

  • A. Blue
  • B. Red
  • C. Black
  • D. Purple

Explanation

When monochromatic red light is shone on a blue book, the book will appear black. This is because the color of an object is determined by the wavelength of light it reflects. In this case, the blue book does not reflect the longer wavelengths of red light, causing it to appear black. The other options are incorrect because the book will not reflect blue (Option A), red (Option B), or purple (Option D) light under monochromatic red light.

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