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A region of darkness which is formed when the path of light is blocked is called ___________.

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shadow

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luminosity

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darkness

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translucent

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Solution

The correct option is A shadow
A dark area or shape is produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface and thus obstructing the path of the light from reaching the surface. This dark area or shape, so produced, is called a shadow.

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