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Primary rainbow is formed due to 
 

a
Two refraction, one internal reflection
b
Two internal reflection, one refraction .
c
One refraction, one internal reflection
d
Only one refraction

detailed solution

Correct option is A

Primary rainbow forms due to refraction when light enters in the water droplet and then it undergoes total internal reflection on the other side and again refraction while coming out.

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