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Physics

Scattering Theory

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Scattering theory explains why the sky is blue: sunlight scatters more strongly at shorter wavelengths, making the sky appear blue to our eyes.

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When you shine a flashlight on a foggy night, you see a brilliant beam of light. Why doesn't the light just pass through the water droplets without a trace?