Single Answer MCQ
Q-00019783

Why do we see a blue sky during the day?

1

Due to atmospheric refraction

2

Due to the scattering of shorter wavelengths

3

Because of pollution

4

Due to reflection of water bodies

Answer and Solution

Answer

B. Due to the scattering of shorter wavelengths

Solution:

The blue color of the sky results from the scattering of shorter wavelengths of light, with blue light being scattered more than the longer wavelengths.

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