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Q: A rainbow is formed by water droplets suspended in the atmosphere after the rain shower. The phenomenon responsible for occurring of rainbow consists of:
  • A. A combination of refraction, dispersion and total internal reflection
  • B. Reflection only
  • C. Refraction only
  • D. A combination of refraction, scattering and dispersion
Correct Answer: Option A - A rainbow is formed by water droplets suspended in the atmosphere after the rain shower. The phenomenon responsible for occurring of rainbow consists of a combination of refraction, dispersion, and total internal reflection.
A. A rainbow is formed by water droplets suspended in the atmosphere after the rain shower. The phenomenon responsible for occurring of rainbow consists of a combination of refraction, dispersion, and total internal reflection.

Explanations:

A rainbow is formed by water droplets suspended in the atmosphere after the rain shower. The phenomenon responsible for occurring of rainbow consists of a combination of refraction, dispersion, and total internal reflection.