Q

Atmospheric refraction makes a star near the horizon appear _____ than its actual position, and this apparent position _____.

RRB Group-D 05/09/2022 / Shift-I 2022
✓ Answer: B Higher; keeps changing
The atmosphere raises the apparent position. Changing atmospheric conditions vary this position and the received intensity, producing twinkling.
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