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Question
A beaker half filled with water is held above the eye level in bright sunlight. The top surface of water appears silvery, because of:
Options
reflection of light
refraction of light
total internal reflection of light
dispersion of light
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Solution
Total internal reflection of light
Explanation:
Light travelling through water can strike the water–air surface at an angle greater than the critical angle. It is then totally internally reflected, making the surface appear silvery.
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