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Physics Ray Optics Karnataka - CET Previous Year Question MCQ (Single Correct)

The twinkling effect of star light is due to

A
total internal reflection
B
high dense matter of star
C
constant burning of hydrogen in the star
D
the fluctuating apparent position of the star being slightly different from the actual position of the star.

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C

: When energy is produced by fusion and fission, the vapours flictuate and move towards less dense places outwards. Convection causes twinkling.

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