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PHY 104 PHY 104 Past Questions Objective Question

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Colour formation in thin films is due to
Options
A Interference
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B Diffraction
C Refraction
D Reflection
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Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The colors seen in thin films (like soap bubbles or oil slicks) are due to interference of light waves reflected from the top and bottom surfaces of the film.

Hint

Thin film colors are a result of interference.

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