The phenomenon of light bending due to change of medium is called:

Reflection

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Refraction

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Dispersion

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Total internal reflection

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The correct option is B Refraction
When light enters from one medium to another, its speed and direction changes, and hence the light seems to be bending towards or away from the normal. This phenomenon is called refraction of light.

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