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Due to which phenomenon, advanced sunris...

Due to which phenomenon, advanced sunrise and delayed sunset occur ?

A

Atmospheric reflection

B

Internal reflection

C

Atmospheric refraction

D

Internal refraction

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The correct Answer is:
B
Explanation: The Advancement in sunrise and delayed sunset are the two phenomena that are caused due to the atmospheric refraction process. In this process the Sun appears to rise early by 2 minutes and set by 2 minutes late.
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