What statement is true about how objects appear to bend that are partially submerged in water?

Objects that are partially submerged in water appear to bend due to the refraction of light. As light passes from air into water, it slows down and changes direction, causing the object to look distorted at the water's surface. This optical phenomenon is a result of the different densities and refractive indices of air and water, leading to a visual illusion of bending.