Ask an Astronomer: Why Is the Sky Blue?

Sun and a red planet in outer space. Caption: we can tell what comprises the atmospheres.

In this episode, Dr. Carolyn Brinkworth explains why the sky is blue. She also discusses what the color of the sky has to do with finding life on distant planets. Part of the "Ask an Astronomer" series.

(Source: DCMP)

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astronomy

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  • Ask an Astronomer: Why Is the Sky Blue?

    Type:
    Video
    Format:
    Streaming
    Accommodations:
    English Audio Descriptions - Visual, English Captions - Auditory
    Languages:
    English
    License:
    DCMP Membership
    Author:
    NASA Jet Propulsion Lab
    Length:
    3 minutes