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When we perceive the color of an object, we see the color that is reflected from the object into human eyes. Water absorbs light that is red, so that's why bodies of water aren't red. These bodies of water, however, don't absorb much blue light, so blue light get reflected into our eyes the most. That's why we see bodies of water as blue. Tap water is clear because it is only a small amount of water. A glass of water does not have the necessary amount of water to reflect enough blue light to be noticed by our eyes.
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Is water blue or clear?
Water is clear but when there's a lot of water gathered together it looks liked it is blue, but it's not. That's why when you have a water bottle, its clear not blue
What does Clear Blue Water offer?
Clear Blue Water allows you to view comic archives and read cartoons. They allow you to upload your comics to this website so other people may view them.
Is the ocean Water blue?
The water actually is blue but it looks like it is clear
Why is the ocean blue although water is clear PS its not the salt?
The ocean is blue because water is a blue substance.Many people are sure that bodies of water are blue because the water reflects the sky. But wouldn't this only make the shiny surface-reflections look blue? And doesn't water sometimes remain blue on cloudy days? Exactly. There's no mystery here; water looks blue because water *is* blue. Pure water is a blue chemical. It's not just the sky that creates the colors we see.
Why is th water blue?
it isn't. water is clear.
Why are lakes that have been affected by acid rain often clear and blue?
A clear blue lake is often appealing to humans; it seems like a good place for a swim, like a swimming pool. Biologically, however, there is probably nothing living in it. When plants are living in the water, it usually gains a greenish tinge. The presence of plants and animals tends to cloud the water due to their activities and body processes. So, no organics, nothing to "cover up" the clear blue. Most acidic bodies of water do not look polluted. As decaying organic matter settles, acidified water can appear clear and blue.
What is the opposite of blood?
Probably water. One is thick, red. The other is clear- blue-ish, thin.
Why is the sea is blue but when you get a little it is clear?
because when there is a large body of water, the blue sky reflects on it, but when you only have a little bit, there is much less water between your eyes and the other side of the water.
Why is the blue hole so blue?
Its not stagnant. Whether its from rain or underground rivers the water must be clear/clean. Dirty water is not clear, obviously.
What color is usually used to show bodies of water on maps?
blue or light blue
What color is used to show bodies of water on map?
Blue, or Tan But Mostly Blue$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
What is the color used to show bodies of water?
blue da
