What phenomenon causes a straight object, such as a spoon, to appear bent or distorted when partially submerged in water?
✓ Correct Answer: Option C
Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium (like air) to another (like water) at an angle. This change in speed causes the light rays to bend, making the submerged part of the object appear to be in a different position.
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