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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