Purdys is the home of the Purdue Pharma Marion Center, which is a research center focused on the development of new medications.
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!
, notable landmarks, and close-by attractions
Purdys is located in western Kentucky, in a region known as the Golden Triangle. It is bordered to the north by the towns of Marion and Waterloo, to the east by the city of Richmond, and to the south and west by the unincorporated community of Winchester. Its total area is about 25 square miles. Its geographic location, close to the Ohio River, makes it a transportation hub.
Purdys has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen "Cfa") with moderate annual temperature variations of . Winters are often cold and rainy, with lows often below freezing and occasional snowfalls. Spring and fall are typically mild. Summers are hot and humid, with frequent thunderstorms. Average annual precipitation is about 38 inches, which is relatively evenly spread throughout the year.
Notable landmarks in Purdys include the Winchester Animal Shelter, the Winchester Church of the Brethren, and Ellis Park. Close-by attractions include the Ohio River, the Daniel Boone National Forest, and Paducah Arsenal.
Purdys is the home of the Purdue Pharma Marion Center, which is a research center focused on the development of new medications.
}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.