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How are rainbows made?
Dec 19, 2023
Unravel the enchanting science behind rainbows, from their formation to the unique order of colors. Explore the captivating journey of light entering raindrops, reflecting, and splitting into a spectrum of colors. Discover the magical nature of rainbows and how they are perceived by humans and animals.
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Quick takeaways
- Rainbows are formed when white sunlight hits raindrops and undergoes refraction, separating into different colors.
- To see a rainbow, one needs to stand with the sun behind them and the raindrops in front for the colors to converge.
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Formation of Rainbows
Rainbows are formed when white sunlight hits raindrops and undergoes a process called refraction. The light separates into different colors like red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet. Each raindrop reflects a circle of rainbow light, but ground obstacles make us observe it as an arch.
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