A student claimed that, because of atmospheric refraction (see Discussion Question Q33.2), the sun can be seen after it has set and that the day is therefore longer than it would be if the earth had no atmosphere. First, what does she mean by saying that the sun can be seen after it has set? Second, comment on the validity of her conclusion.
Q33.2 Sunlight or starlight passing through the earth’s atmosphere is always bent toward the vertical. Why? Does this mean that a star is not really where it appears to be? Explain.
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