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George McGovern

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3. You're welcome Lois. And you're correct. According to google

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Sun Mar 15, 2026, 01:16 PM

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"Sunrise colors depend primarily on the scattering of sunlight by atmospheric particles. Because the sun is low on the horizon, sunlight travels through more atmosphere, scattering blue/violet light away and allowing longer wavelengths—reds, oranges, and yellows—to reach our eyes."

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I find the graduation of colors from white to blue so interesting. I imagine colors depend on LoisB Sunday #1

You're welcome Lois. And you're correct. According to google George McGovern Sunday #3

Thank you. If I ever knew that, I would have forgotten by now. LoisB Sunday #4

Found this online "I remember the good old days when I could remember things." George McGovern Sunday #6

Yep, me too. LoisB Sunday #7

O, what a beautiful morning 🎼🎻🎹 Deuxcents Sunday #2

You have great taste in music Deuxcents! Thank You! George McGovern Sunday #5

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