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Which phenomenon explains why distant mountains sometimes appear bluish in colour?

  • A Reflection from ocean
  • B Mountain mineral colour
  • C Light absorption by plants
  • D Atmospheric scattering of light
Correct Answer: Option D — Atmospheric scattering of light
Explanation: Distant mountains appear bluish because of atmospheric scattering where air molecules and particles scatter shorter blue wavelengths of light more effectively creating a blue haze over distances.
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