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 ligh...
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.