The surface temperature of the Sun is 5,780 K, which makes it white. Why does the Sun appear yellow from the surface of the Earth?
- due to the electromagnetic radiation
- because of the distance the light travels
- because of the blue color of the sky
- because of our eyes inability to see light in that range
Answer
The correct answer is C) because of the blue color of the sky.
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