93
/ 100
True
global
Water appears blue because it absorbs longer wavelengths of light more efficiently than shorter wavelengths.
Infact verdict: True (93/100).
Water's blue color is due to selective absorption and scattering of light. It absorbs red light more efficiently, leaving blue to be scattered, which is why large bodies of water appear blue. The explanation aligns with scientific understanding, confirming the claim's validity.
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93
True
Science
Water appears blue because it absorbs longer wavelengths of light more efficiently than shorter wavelengths.
The blue color of water is indeed due to its selective absorption and scattering of light, where red wavelengths are absorbed more efficiently, leading to a blue appearance. This explanation is consistent with widely accepted scientific principles.
