The phenomenon of light changing its direction when it obliquely passes from one medium to another, is called .

reflection

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refraction

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diffraction

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The correct option is B refraction
Refraction is the change in the direction of light when it passes from one medium to another. It is one of the most commonly observed natural phenomena of light. Optical prisms and lenses involve refraction to redirect light, and so does the eyes of living beings.

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