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Question
What is the name given to the effect that allows the wavefronts to reach point X shown on the diagram?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The diagram shows water waves passing through a narrow opening in a barrier. After passing through the opening, the wavefronts spread out and curve around the edges, allowing them to reach point X, which is in the geometric shadow area behind the barrier.This phenomenon, where waves bend around obstacles or spread out after passing through an opening, is called diffraction.
Hint
The bending or spreading of waves as they pass around an obstacle or through an aperture is a specific wave phenomenon.