Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Ray Optics

Question:
Mirage is a phenomenon due to
Options:
Refraction
Reflection
Total internal reflaction
Scattering
Correct Answer:
Total internal reflaction
Explanation:
Mirage is caused due to total internal reflection of light by the various layers of air. It is an optical illusion which is responsible for the appearance of water layer at short distances in a desert or on road.