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1. Twinkling of stars is due to atmospheric (a) dispersion of light by water droplets (b) refraction of light by different layers of varying refractive indices (c) scattering of light by dust particles internal reflection of light by clouds

ScienceClass 10CBSEAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer

Answer is (b) refraction of light by different layers of varying refractive indices

Explanation:

Refraction of light keeps the position of source of light change. This will make the stars sparkle.

Science · Class 10