The greenish blue of water is evidence for the
A) interaction between green and blue frequencies of light.
B) absorption of red light.
C) absorption of greenish-blue light.
D) reflection of red light.
E) reflection of greenish-blue light.

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The greenish blue color of water is primarily due to the absorption of red light. Water absorbs light in the red part of the spectrum, and the colors we see are those that are reflected or transmitted.

The Greenish Blue of Water Is Evidence for the