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why does the waters of the unpolluted oceans and seas have their own different natural colour?
is it jus a mere reflection of the sky??
is it jus a mere reflection of the sky??
Originally posted by alchemist
why does the waters of the unpolluted oceans and seas have their own different natural colour?
is it jus a mere reflection of the sky??
Originally posted by alchemist
is it jus a mere reflection of the sky??
Unpolluted sea water can have different colors due to a variety of factors, including the presence of different types of microscopic organisms, the depth and clarity of the water, and the angle of the sun's rays hitting the water's surface.
The blue color of the ocean is primarily due to the way water absorbs and reflects light. Water molecules absorb longer, red wavelengths of light, while shorter, blue wavelengths are reflected back to our eyes, giving the ocean its characteristic blue color.
Yes, pollution can affect the color of the ocean. For example, oil spills can create a dark, murky appearance on the surface of the water, and excess nutrients from agricultural runoff can cause algal blooms which can turn the water green or brown.
The ocean can appear green in areas where there is an abundance of microscopic plants, called phytoplankton. These plants contain a pigment called chlorophyll, which gives them a green color and can cause the water to appear green as well.
Yes, the color of the ocean can change over time due to a variety of natural and human-induced factors. For example, changes in weather patterns, water temperature, and the amount of sunlight can all impact the color of the ocean. Human activities such as pollution and climate change can also have long-term effects on the color of the ocean.