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The sparkling of a diamond is due to
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- total internal reflection of light
- interference of light
- polarisation of light
- refraction of light
- total internal reflection of light
Correct Option: A
Diamonds sparkle because of the total internal reflection of light. Diamonds have a very high refractive index, meaning they slow light down much more than glass; and if cut in the right manner, the angles of incidence can be made so that light seems to get ‘trapped’ within the diamond giving it it’s sparkly appearance.