Question

Due to atmospheric refraction, the apparent position of a star is slightly ______ than its actual position, when viewed from near the horizon and this apparent position _____. This results in twinkling of stars.

• A. higher, is stationary
• B. higher, keeps on changing
• C. lower, is stationary
• D. lower, keeps on changing

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Due to atmospheric refraction, the apparent position of a star is slightly higher than its actual position, when viewed from near the horizon, and this apparent position keep on charging. This results in twinkling of stars