alleryStart learning →Why does a daytime shadow in sunlight look bluish?
ABlue sky light still reaches it
BThe ground reflects blue
CSunlight turns blue inside
DDust gives it a blue dye
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Blue sky light still reaches it
The object blocks direct sunlight but not the bluish light scattered by the air, which lights the shadow.
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