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molecules of water absorb most radiation in the visible light spectrum however it is able to reflect some of the low intensity blue light in extreamly large quantities such as the ocean or lake. however it may also depend on impuritis such as dissolved substance and pollution as well.
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Why sea water is blue?
Because the water reflects the color of the sky, and the skies are blue.
Why the sea looks blue?
The sea is a great example of a reflector. It faces the sky, which is color blue. It does not really reflect the clouds because clouds are partly solidified versions of water. Water is clear, that is why if you collect sea water and place it in a clear container, it is colorless, aside from the other creatures, dead or alive, living in that body of water.
Why the sea is colored blue?
The sea is not blue. It is actually clear, but the density of the salt water, with plankton algae and other organisms, catches the color of the sky which is usually blue, making the sea appear blue. I don't know why the sky is blue and idk why the red sea is red. Lol
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
Is the sky blue because the sea is blue?
No, the sky is blue due to a phenomenon called Rayleigh scattering, where particles in the atmosphere scatter sunlight in all directions. The sea appears blue because it absorbs colors from the sunlight spectrum and reflects blue light.
Is blue whale blue in colour?
Yes but no , the blue whale is blue & gray but they look a fine lite blue under the sea.
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 water is blue in color in sea?
sea water is in blue colour because of the sky's reflection
Why does everyone color raindrops blue Are raindrops really blue?
People color raindrops blue because the ocean is blue and the ocean is water. The ocean is blue because the blue sky reflects on the water turning it blue. Water is really clear. The ocean is really clear. Since the sea is water and raindrops are water people assume that raindrops are blue and color them blue. Some people know raindrops are not blue but color them anyway because they want to add more color in their drawings.
Is the sea really blue?
The wather itself does not change colour, it just appears to. The sky is reflected by the surface of the sea, you'll often notice that the sea seems dull looking on an overcast day. Also, what's in the water will affect the colour of the sea. Once a year, Phytoplankton (tiny plants) bloom in huge numbers. This will make the sea appear green.
Why is it the deep blue seas are brilliant blue?
The sea is naturally clear then what ever colour the sky is the sea is. It is a reflection of the sky.
Is clear sea water a compound?
No
