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What is the phenomenon called when light changes its direction of propagation while passing obliquely from one transparent medium to another?

A. Reflection
B. Refraction✓ Correct Answer
C. Dispersion
D. Scattering

💡 Solution & Explanation

Refraction is the phenomenon where light bends when traveling obliquely from one transparent medium into another due to an alteration in its propagation speed. Incorrect choices like reflection refer to bouncing back of light waves, whereas scattering involves the redirection of light by particles.

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