The spreading of light into the region behind an obstruction
Select one:
a. Is known as dispersion
b. Is most pronounced when the obstruction is large with respect to the wavelength of the light
c. Is made evident by interference effects
d. Is known as diffraction
Option (d) diffraction, is the correct answer.
Explanation -
Diffraction is a process of light bending around an obstacle or spreading out after it moves through a small space. Also, please note that any kind of wave can experience diffraction, including sound, radio and water.
Therefore, option (d) is the correct answer.
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