Which phenomenon leads us to the conclu...

Which phenomenon leads us to the conclusion that light is transverse in nature ?

A

refraction of light

B

diffraction of light

C

dispersion of light

D

polarization of light.

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D

The phenomenon of polarization confirmed that light is a transverse wave.

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