Mirages: Optical Phenomena Explained

The video tutorial explains the phenomenon of mirages, which are optical illusions caused by the refraction of light. It begins with an introduction to the concept of mirages, tracing the term's etymology. The tutorial then delves into the science of refraction, using a simple experiment with a glass of water to illustrate how light bends. It categorizes mirages into three types: inferior mirages, which appear below the real object; superior mirages, which appear above; and Fata Morgana, a complex form that can shift between the two. The video also discusses how temperature differences in the air contribute to these illusions, with examples like heat haze and shimmering effects near hot surfaces.

What is a mirage and how does it occur?

Explain the process of refraction and how it relates to mirages.

What are the three types of mirages mentioned in the text?

Describe an inferior mirage and where it is commonly observed.

What conditions are necessary to create a heat haze?

How does a superior mirage differ from an inferior mirage?

What is a fatamorgana and how does it appear?