Imagine the sun as a big flashlight shining through the sky. When the sun is low, like during sunrise or sunset, its light has to travel farther through the air. Tiny particles in the air catch some of the blue light and scatter it away, leaving behind the warm colors, golden or orange, that make the sky look magical.
Examples
- A golden sunrise after a long night of sleeping
- The red light shining through a dusty window during sunrise
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See also
- What Causes the Northern Lights?
- How Does a Mirror Work Exactly?
- How Does Gravity Affect the Moon’s Orbit?
- What Causes a ‘Golden’ Sunset or Sunrise?
- How Does Gravity Affect Space Travel?