Single Answer MCQ
Q-00019806

Why does the sky appear dark from a high altitude above the Earth's atmosphere?

1

Less air to scatter light

2

Absence of sunlight

3

Lower temperatures

4

Increased pollution

Answer and Solution

Answer

A. Less air to scatter light

Solution:

At high altitudes, there are fewer air molecules to scatter light, which is why the sky appears darker instead of blue, as the scattering phenomenon is not prominent.

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