Question

    When an opaque object in light's path becomes very small,

    light tends to bend around it rather than traveling in a straight line. This phenomenon is known as:
    A Diffraction of light Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Reflection of light Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Interference of light Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Polarisation of light Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Diffraction occurs when light bends around small objects or through narrow openings. Examples include: compact discs, holograms, light entering a dark room through a small opening, crepuscular rays (sun rays through clouds), X-ray diffraction, water passing through a small gap, solar/lunar corona, and sound waves bending around obstacles.

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