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What scientific phenomenon causes the formation of a rainbow?
What scientific phenomenon causes the formation of a rainbow?
- Reflection of sunlight by clouds
- Absorption of light by atmospheric gases
- Refraction and dispersion of sunlight by water droplets (correct)
- Scattering of light by dust particles
Which of the following best describes the role of water droplets in the formation of a rainbow?
Which of the following best describes the role of water droplets in the formation of a rainbow?
- They scatter light to form a halo.
- They refract and disperse sunlight. (correct)
- They reflect sunlight to create color.
- They absorb certain wavelengths of light.
What is primarily responsible for breaking sunlight into its component colors in a rainbow?
What is primarily responsible for breaking sunlight into its component colors in a rainbow?
- Dispersion through different media
- Reflection at the surface of the water
- Scattering by atmospheric particles
- Refraction through water droplets (correct)
Which element is not involved in the formation of a rainbow?
Which element is not involved in the formation of a rainbow?
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In what condition is a rainbow most likely to be seen?
In what condition is a rainbow most likely to be seen?
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