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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 at the water's surface.
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MCQ Details
SubjectEveryday Science
DifficultyMedium
Exam Typesfpsc, ppsc, nts
CorrectOption B
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