Which phenomenon best explains why the sky appears blue during daytime?

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Which phenomenon best explains why the sky appears blue during daytime? — Exam MCQ

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D. Shorter wavelengths of sunlight are scattered more than longer wavelengths — Shorter wavelengths, especially blue light, are scattered more strongly by the atmosphere than longer wavelengths, making the sky appear blue.

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A. Ozone in the atmosphere absorbs all other colors except blue

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B. Reflection of sunlight by clouds causes blue color

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C. Sun emits predominantly blue light during the day

Which phenomenon best explains why the sky appears blue during daytime?

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