Rainbows: Characteristics and Viewing
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What is necessary for a rainbow to appear in the sky?

  • The air is filled with fog
  • There is a strong wind blowing
  • The moon is full
  • The sun is shining and the air is filled with raindrops (correct)
  • What is the correct order of colors in a rainbow?

  • Violet, indigo, blue, green, yellow, orange, red
  • Red, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet, orange
  • Orange, red, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet
  • Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet (correct)
  • What is the shape of a rainbow?

  • An arc (correct)
  • A circle
  • A square
  • A triangle
  • Where should you stand to see a rainbow?

    <p>So that the sun is behind you</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when sunlight passes through raindrops?

    <p>The sunlight is refracted and separated into its colors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What materials do beavers use to build dams, and what is the purpose of these structures?

    <p>Tree branches; to build dams, which help create a safe and stable home environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do beavers typically build their homes, and what is a unique feature of the entrance?

    <p>In the middle of a pond; the door is always underwater.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a notable skill possessed by beavers, and why is this adaptation important for their survival?

    <p>Good swimmers; it allows them to escape predators, find food, and build their homes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about beavers' building skills, and how do they relate to their habitat?

    <p>They are wonderful builders; their building skills are adapted to their aquatic environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of beavers' homes, and how does it relate to their lifestyle?

    <p>The door is always underwater; it provides protection and helps them move easily between their home and the surrounding water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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

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    Learn about the formation and characteristics of rainbows, including their colors and how to view them in the sky.

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