The splitting of white light into its constituent colors by a prism is due to MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The splitting of white light into its constituent colors by a prism is due to
A. Total internal reflection
B. Reflection
C. Dispersion
D. Scattering
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Dispersion: different wavelengths refract at different angles because refractive index varies with wavelength.

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