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Q. When the Sun is near the horizon during the morning or evening, it appears reddish. The phenomenon that is responsible for this observation is

  • (A) Reflection of light
  • (B) Refraction of light
  • (C) Dispersion of light
  • (D) Scattering of light
  • Correct Answer - Option(D)
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Explanation by: Team MCQ Buddy
The red colour in the sky at sunset (and sunrise) is due to an effect called Rayleigh scattering. There is a similar form of scattering called Mie scattering which is responsible for the white colour of clouds.

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