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The phenomena involved in the reflected of radiowaves by ionosphere is similar to.

A

reflection of light by a plane mirror.

B

total internal reflection of light in air during a mirage.

C

dispersion of light by water molecules during the formation of a rainbow.

D

scattering of light by the particles of air.

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The phenomenon involved in the reflection of radiowaves by ionosphere is similar to total internal reflection of light in air during a mirage (angle of incidence gt critical angle). Choice (b) is correct.
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