Question

Consider the following natural phenomena.
1. Terrestrial heating
2. Reflection of light
3. Refraction of light
4. Diffraction of light.
Due to which of these phenomena is mirage formed?

• A. 1 and 2
• B. 2, 3 and 4
• C. 2 and 3
• D. Only 4

Answer 1

The correct option is C 2 and 3

Mirage is formed due to total internal reflection of light which is a phenomenon of refraction of light when it travels from a denser medium to rarer medium followed by reflection.