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3 years ago

Is mirage a result of reflection or refraction?

Physics

2 answers:

nata0808 [166]3 years ago

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I believe it isa refraction. hope this helps

Dmitry [639]3 years ago

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<span>Refraction. Light curves through warm, low-density air near the ground, where it travels faster.</span>

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