The blue color of the sky is due to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The blue color of the sky is due to:

A. Absorption

B. Rayleigh Scattering

C. Refraction

D. Reflection

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Shorter blue wavelengths are scattered more strongly by atmospheric molecules.

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