Raton is located in northwestern New Mexico and is the largest city in that state. Geographically, it is situated near the middle of the state a...
Sunset
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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!
, and notable points of interest
Raton is located in northwestern New Mexico and is the largest city in that state. Geographically, it is situated near the middle of the state and just north of the state line with Colorado. The city lies on the Raton River and has a population of about 29,000. The climate in Raton is characterized by hot summers and cold winters. The closest states are Colorado and Texas, and the nearest capital is Austin. Some notable points of interest in Raton include the Raton Pass (a mountain pass located in the city), the Raton De La Plata Historical site, and the Raton Museum of Art.
}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.