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What is the difference in colours of the Sun observed during sunrise/sunset and noon? Give explanation for each.

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Hint— During sunrise and sunset the sun appears reddish whereas at noon the sun appears white. Explanation should be given in terms of atmospheric depth travelled by light. Colours are different due to scattering of light by atmospheric particles.

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