What is the phenomenon of bending of light around obstacles called?
A
Reflection
B
Dispersion
C
Diffraction
D
Refraction
Correct Answer: Option C — Diffraction
Explanation:
Diffraction is the bending and spreading of light waves as they pass around obstacles or through small openings. This phenomenon demonstrate...
Diffraction is the bending and spreading of light waves as they pass around obstacles or through small openings. This phenomenon demonstrates the wave nature of light and becomes more pronounced when the obstacle size is comparable to the wavelength.