Q

Consider: (A) Cloud particles are larger than the wavelengths of sunlight. (B) All colours of white light are scattered by approximately the same amount. Which statements explain why clouds appear white in sunshine?

RRB Group-D 29/08/2022 / Shift-III 2022
✓ Answer: C Both A and B
Large cloud droplets scatter visible wavelengths relatively evenly, so the combined scattered light appears white.
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