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Why does sun appear bigger during the sunset or the sunrise? |
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Answer» 1. We already know that the apparent position of sun is higher than actual position in the horizon. 2. Moreover, due to refraction, the apparent image of sun is closer to eye than the actual position. Since during sunset or sunrise, the rays of light travel through maximum length of atmosphere therefore the refraction is also maximum. 3. Hence apparent image of sun is very much closer to eye. Thus it appears bigger. |
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