Why Do Uranus and Neptune Appear Blue

question 4

Multiple Choice

Why do Uranus and Neptune appear blue?

• A)Gas molecules in their atmosphere preferentially scatter blue light.
• B)Methane snowflakes absorb all colors except blue, which they reflect.
• C)Small dust grains preferentially scatter blue light.
• D)Methane gas absorbs all colors except blue.

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