Water appears blue because shorter visible wavelengths (blue) are absorbed more than longer visible wavelengths (green and red) and near-IR radiation. FalseTrue
Question
Water appears blue because shorter visible wavelengths (blue) are absorbed more than longer visible wavelengths (green and red) and near-IR radiation. FalseTrue
Solution
False
Water appears blue primarily because it absorbs longer wavelengths of light (such as red, orange, and yellow) more than shorter wavelengths (such as blue). This selective absorption and scattering of light causes the blue wavelengths to be more prominent, giving water its blue appearance.
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