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The bending of light about corners of an obstacle is called:

1. Dispersion
2. Refraction
3. Deviation
4. Diffraction

Correct answer: Diffraction

Solution

Diffraction is the spreading and bending of light as it encounters an obstacle or passes through a narrow opening. Refraction is bending due to a change in medium, while dispersion separates colors.

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