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Just an illusion

Updated: 2011-05-10 09:40

(chinadaily.com.cn)

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A mirage is seen above the sea water north of Haikou, capital of South China’s Hainan province, May 9, 2011. Lasting for about an hour, the mirage is a naturally occurring optical phenomenon in which light rays are bent to produce a displaced image of distant objects. [Photo/Xinhua]

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