10 Questions
What is necessary for a rainbow to appear in the sky?
The sun is shining and the air is filled with raindrops
What is the correct order of colors in a rainbow?
Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet
What is the shape of a rainbow?
An arc
Where should you stand to see a rainbow?
So that the sun is behind you
What happens when sunlight passes through raindrops?
The sunlight is refracted and separated into its colors
What materials do beavers use to build dams, and what is the purpose of these structures?
Tree branches; to build dams, which help create a safe and stable home environment.
Where do beavers typically build their homes, and what is a unique feature of the entrance?
In the middle of a pond; the door is always underwater.
What is a notable skill possessed by beavers, and why is this adaptation important for their survival?
Good swimmers; it allows them to escape predators, find food, and build their homes.
What can be inferred about beavers' building skills, and how do they relate to their habitat?
They are wonderful builders; their building skills are adapted to their aquatic environment.
What is a characteristic of beavers' homes, and how does it relate to their lifestyle?
The door is always underwater; it provides protection and helps them move easily between their home and the surrounding water.
Study Notes
Seeing a Rainbow
- A rainbow can be seen in the sky after a shower on a sunny day in winter.
- A rainbow appears when the sun shines and the air is filled with raindrops.
Characteristics of a Rainbow
- A rainbow is an arc of colored light.
- It is made up of seven colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet.
Viewing a Rainbow
- To see a rainbow, stand with the sun behind you.
- The sun's rays will pass through the raindrops, making the rainbow visible in front of you.
Beavers
- Beavers are small animals
- They are wonderful builders, using tree branches to construct dams
- A beaver's house, built in the middle of a pond, has an underwater entrance
- Beavers are skilled swimmers
Learn about the formation and characteristics of rainbows, including their colors and how to view them in the sky.
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