Rainbow is produced when sunlight fall on drops of rain. Which of the following physical phenomena are responsible for this?
Diffusion
Refraction
Internal reflection


A) I, II and III

B) I and II

C) II and III

D) I and III

Correct Answer:
D) I and III


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