STANDARDPhysics-Optics

STANDARD Physics Total Internal Reflection MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Which of the following is not due to total internal reflection?

A

Mirage on hot summer days

B

Brilliance of diamond

C

Difference between apparent and real depth of a pond

D

Working of optical fiber

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

Apparent depth of the pond appears to be less than the real depth only because of refraction of light, but not because of total internal reflection. On the other hand, brilliance of diamond, formation of mirage on hot summer days and working of optical fiber are based on total internal reflection.

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