A student observes that a swimming pool appears less deep than its actual depth. Which of the following concepts best explains this effect?

Subject: General Awareness | Topic: Science | Difficulty: MEDIUM

Options

  1. (A) Reflection of light from the pool floor
  2. (B) Refraction of light at the water-air boundary
  3. (C) Scattering of light by water molecules
  4. (D) Internal reflection of light in water

Verified Answer

Option (B): Refraction of light at the water-air boundary


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