Question

    Why does a lemon appear larger when viewed from the side of a glass of water?

    A Total internal reflection Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Refraction of light Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Dispersion Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Reflection of light Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The lemon appears larger due to the refraction of light. When light passes from water to air, it bends, making objects submerged in water appear larger than their actual size.

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