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Periscope is based on the reflection of light.


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The correct option is A True

Periscope:

  1. Periscope is used to see objects that are not in the line of sight.
  2. It works on the principle of laws of reflection.
  3. A simple periscope uses two mirrors, which are inclined at an angle of 45o.
  4. When light falls on one mirror, it is reflected back. After the reflection of light, it again falls on the other mirror and gets reflected to the observer's eyes.

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