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General Knowledge · Q722

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 722

Q722

The colour of sky appears blue due to

A.
Reflection
B.
Refraction
C.
Scattering of shorter wave lengths
Answer
D.
Dispersion

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Gases and particles in Earth's atmosphere scatter sunlight in all directions. Blue light is scattered more than other colors because it travels as shorter, smaller waves.