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The rainbow is formed due to a combination of:
ARefraction and Reflection
BRefraction and Dispersion
CRefraction, Dispersion and Total Internal Reflection
DScattering and Reflection
✓ Correct Answer: C — Refraction, Dispersion and Total Internal Reflection
Light entering a raindrop is refracted/dispersed, reflected internally, and refracted again upon exit.
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