JAMB Physics
Shadows and eclipses result from the
a.
Refraction of light
b.
Reflection of light
c.
Defraction of light
d.
Rectilinear propagation of light
Correct answer: D
Shadows and eclipses occur because of the rectilinear propagation of light. Then rectilinear propagation of light refers to the tendency of light to travel in a straight line.