Which property of light explains why a straw appears bent when placed in a glass of water?
A
Reflection
B
Refraction
C
Diffraction
D
Dispersion
Correct Answer: Option B — Refraction
Explanation:
Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another with different optical densities causing the straw to appear bent...
Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another with different optical densities causing the straw to appear bent at the water's surface.