Single Answer MCQ
Q-00019779
What is the main reason for the apparent flattening of the Sun at sunrise and sunset?
1
Refraction of light
2
Shadow formation
3
Cloud interference
4
Distance from Earth
Answer and Solution
Answer
A. Refraction of light
Solution:
The Sun appears flattened at sunrise and sunset due to atmospheric refraction, which distorts the image of the Sun as light passes through the atmosphere.
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