Scattering caused by atmospheric particles larger than the wavelengths of light is
A)Mie scattering.
B)refraction.
C)Rayleigh scattering.
D)transmission.
E)albedo.

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Mie scattering occurs when the size of atmospheric particles is larger than the wavelengths of light, leading to a wider range of scattering angles and a shift in the color of the scattered light. Refraction refers to the bending of light when it passes through a medium of varying density. Rayleigh scattering occurs when the size of atmospheric particles is smaller than the wavelengths of light, leading to scattering in all directions and a preference for shorter wavelengths (blue light). Transmission refers to the passage of light through a medium without scattering or absorption. Albedo refers to the reflectivity of a surface, often used in reference to solar radiation.

Scattering Caused by Atmospheric Particles Larger Than the Wavelengths of Light