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JAMB Physics 2007 Question 8

Question 8

Waves

The phenomenon of light bending round an obstacle is

  1. A.reflection.
  2. B.polarization.
  3. C.refraction.
  4. D.diffraction.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (diffraction.)

Explanation

Diffraction is the spreading or bending of waves round the edges of an obstacle or through a gap.