Question

    What causes the rich blue color of

    Neptune?
    A Oxygen Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Hydrogen Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Nitrogen Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Methane Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Neptune's striking blue color is due to the absorption of red light by methane in the planet's atmosphere, allowing blue light to be reflected.

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