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प्रश्न
Draw a ray diagram to show the formation of umbra and penumbra both. Label the parts umbra and penumbra in your diagram.
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उत्तर
If you move the screen away from the object, the shadow increases in size. Formation of umbra and penumbra both.

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संबंधित प्रश्न
Select the correct alternative.
Penumbra is a region of
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Tick the correct answer.
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