I WONDER - What Colour Are Glaciers?
 Me Pregunto - De Qué Color Son Los Glaciares?

I WONDER - What Colour Are Glaciers? Me Pregunto - De Qué Color Son Los Glaciares?

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Biology

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The video explains that glaciers are not always white; they can appear blue due to the absorption of red light and reflection of blue light. This phenomenon is similar to how chlorophyll in plants reflects green light, making them appear green.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it a misconception that glaciers are white?

Because they reflect all colors equally

Because they are made of snow

Because they are transparent

Because they can also appear blue

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What causes glaciers to appear blue?

They emit blue light

They absorb blue light

They reflect red light

They absorb red light and reflect blue light

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which color of light do glaciers absorb?

Green

Red

Yellow

Blue

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the reflection of light in glaciers similar to that in plants?

Both reflect blue light

Both absorb green light

Both reflect their respective colors

Both absorb red light

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does chlorophyll play in the appearance of plants?

It absorbs green light

It reflects green light

It absorbs blue light

It reflects red light