The Sun appears flattened near the horizon mainly because of

Options

  • A. Atmospheric refraction
  • B. Scattering only
  • C. Total internal reflection
  • D. Reflection from the ground
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

A. Atmospheric refraction

Detailed Explanation

Atmospheric refraction bends light from different parts of the Sun by different amounts, producing apparent flattening near the horizon.