Mirage is an example of ___________?
Correct answer: C. Refraction and total internal reflection of light
- A. reflection of light
- B. refraction of light
- C. Refraction and total internal reflection of light
- D. Scattering of light
Explanation
A mirage forms when light travels through air layers at different temperatures and densities, causing refraction, often followed by total internal reflection in the warmer near-ground layer. The observer therefore sees a displaced image that may resemble water. Students may choose simple refraction because they recognize bending in unequal air layers but omit the internal reflection involved in the common mirage description.
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