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Why does water tank appear shallower when viewed from the top?

A. Due to reflection

B. Due to refraction

C. Due to diffraction

D. Due to total internal reflection

Answer: Option B

Solution(By Examveda Team)

The bending of light (i.e. refraction of light) as it moves from water to air makes the water tank appear to be less shallower than its real depth.

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