Texas, 135 miles to the south
Sunset
Twilight
Darkness
Most people know that sunset is the time when the sun goes down. But did you know that the sun doesn't actually set? Instead, Earth rotates into darkness, giving us the illusion that the sun is setting. So what causes sunset?
Well, it's a combination of things. The Earth's atmosphere scatters sunlight in every direction, but blue and violet light are scattered more than other colors. This is why the sky is usually blue during the daytime. As the sun gets lower in the sky, the atmosphere becomes thicker and more dense.
This scattering of sunlight happens to a greater extent, and we see red and orange light more than blue and violet light. That's why sunset is usually a beautiful red or orange color. So next time you see sunset, remember that you're actually seeing Earth rotate into darkness!
The city of Gila Bend, Arizona is located in the southern part of the state. It is bordered by the cities of Sierra Vista and Casa Grande to the north, Lordsburg and Douglas to the east, and Eloy to the south. The city has a semi-arid climate. Gila Bend is the county seat of Pinal County. The city's population was 46,585 as of the 2010 census. Gila Bend is home to the Gila Bend Regional Airport.
Gila Bend is located in the Gila River Delta, and consists of low rolling hills and mesas. The city is home to the Gila Bend Agricultural Center, one of the largest agricultural complexes in the state, which is home to many crop, livestock, and poultry production facilities. Recreational activities in the area include golfing, fishing, bird watching, and hiking. Arizona State University has a campus in the city.
The city is located at 33°30′N 110°59′W. It is bordered by the cities of Sierra Vista, Casa Grande, Lordsburg, Douglas, and Eloy.
The city has a semi-arid climate.
The population was 46,585 as of the 2010 census.
Arizona, Pinal County, Gila Bend
New Mexico, 17 miles to the north
Oklahoma, 44 miles to the south
Texas, 135 miles to the south
}As the sun sets, the sky slowly grows dark. For many people, this is a time to relax and wind down for the day. But have you ever wondered exactly when it gets dark? The answer may surprise you.
Did you know that darkness actually begins long before the sun sets? As the sun gets lower in the sky, its light has to travel through more atmosphere. This filters out some of the blue light, making the sun look redder. At the same time, shadows get longer and darker. So by the time the sun finally dips below the horizon, darkness has already begun to fall.
Of course, not all places on Earth experience darkness at the same time. Near the equator, the sun sets and rises almost directly overhead. This means that there is less of a difference between daytime and nighttime. Closer to the poles, however, the sun stays low in the sky for much of the year. This leads to longer periods of darkness during wintertime.