Question

When the scattering particles in the atmosphere are small compared with the wavelength (A) of light being scattered, the scattered intensity will be proportional to

• A. $λ^2$
• B. $λ^4$
• C. $λ^{-2}$
• D. $λ^{-4}$

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

$λ^{-4}$

Answer 2

The correct option is (D).