Consider the following statement and choose the correct statement:
A) Newton's Corpuscular theory can explain reflection and refraction of light.
B) Huygen's Wave theory can explain interference and diffraction of light.
A
A and B are True
B
A and B are False
C
A is False, B is True
D
A is True, B is False
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Correct option is A)
Newton corpuscular theory treats light as composed of particles . Reflection and refraction of light can be explained through particle nature of light. Huygens wave theory treats light as a wave. Interference and diffraction are best explained by the wave nature of light.
