Science MCQS - QUESTION DETAILS

What is the name of the phenomenon where a small fraction of sunlight is redirected by Earth's atmosphere, causing the sky to appear blue?
A. Aurora
B. Rayleigh scattering
C. Total eclipse
D. Umbra

Rayleigh scattering is the phenomenon that causes the sky to appear blue.

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