Which property of light defines the shape of a shadow?

Elliptical propagation of light

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Curvilinear propagation of light

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Circular propagation of light

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Rectilinear propagation of light

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Solution

The correct option is D Rectilinear propagation of light
The rectilinear propagation of light means that light travels in a straight line in a given medium. When light falls on a opaque object, it cannot pass through it resulting in the formation of a shadow. This property of light helps in determining the shape of the shadow.

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