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Which one of the following processes is responsible for the glittering of air bubble rising through water?

A. Reflection of light

B. Refraction of light

C. Total internal reflection of light

D. Scattering of light

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Total internal reflection is responsible for glittering which occurs when the light from a denser media (liquid) tries to enter less dense media (air in bubble). This reflected light when captured by our eyes is seen as glittering.

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