Single Answer MCQ
Q-00019773

What causes the twinkling of stars?

1

Interference of light

2

Atmospheric refraction

3

Reflection of light

4

Absorption of light

Answer and Solution

Answer

B. Atmospheric refraction

Solution:

The twinkling of stars is caused by atmospheric refraction, which bends starlight as it passes through layers of varying density in the atmosphere. Other options do not accurately describe this phenomenon.

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