Twinkling of stars is on account of
2024
Twinkling of stars is on account of
- A.
Small size of stars
- B.
Large distance of stars & fluctuations in air density
- C.
Large distance of stars & air storms
- D.
More than one of the above
- E.
None of the above
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Correct answer: B
Stars are very distant point sources of light. Fluctuations in atmospheric air density refract their light irregularly, causing twinkling.