everyday science MCQ #49895

The phenomenon of light bending when passing from one medium to another is called:

everyday science MCQ #49895

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The phenomenon of light bending when passing from one medium to another is called:

    • A) Reflection
    • B) Dispersion
    • C) Diffraction
    • D) Refraction

    Answer: Refraction

    Explanation: Refraction is the bending of light as it crosses the boundary between two media of different optical densities, caused by a change in the wave's speed. Reflection is the bouncing of light off a surface, while diffraction is the spreading of waves around obstacles or through openings.