Atmospheric optics is the study of how light interacts with the Earth's atmosphere, leading to various optical phenomena. This field encompasses the understanding of how atmospheric conditions—such as the presence of particles, water vapor, and gases—affect the propagation and perception of light. Some key phenomena studied in atmospheric optics include: 1. **Refraction**: The bending of light rays as they pass through layers of air with different temperatures and densities, leading to phenomena like superior and inferior mirages.
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