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How does atmosphere affect refraction?​

Answer 1

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This refraction is due to the velocity of light through air, decreasing (the refractive index increases) with increased density. Atmospheric refraction near the ground produces mirages. ... Turbulent air can make distant objects appear to twinkle or shimmer. The term also applies to the refraction of sound.

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Answer 2

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Atmospheric refraction near the ground produces mirages. Such refraction can also raise or lower, or stretch or shorten, the images of distant objects without involving mirages. Turbulent air can make distant objects appear to twinkle or shimmer. The term also applies to the refraction of sound.