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Why does the coin appear to be nearer the surface of water?
due to refraction of light
Why does a coin appear bigger in size when immersed in water?
refraction (beams on light bend in the water)
Why a coin placed at the bottom of a beaker containing water appears raised?
It is an optical illusion due to the fact that water is more dense than air and so slows the speed of light. When light travels from a less dense to a more dense material, it slows down and 'bends'.
Why that the coin is disappaer in refractive index?
due to the process of refraction of light refraction is a process of bending of light when moving from one medium to other our eyes can view any object when the reflected light reaches the the human eye only thus similarly for any object the the reflected light is needed to see it but in this case where a certain amount of refracted rays some reflects back to our eyes.this gives the image of the coin but when the refraction is so high such that the reflected rays never reach our eyes and the coin disappear . note:do not confuse between the reflection and refraction
Why does a coin in water seem raised to us?
It's an optical illusion created by the bending of light though the water.
What property is described by a nickel coin being shiny?
The property descibed by a nickel coin being shiny is lustre.
How do you spell shinny correct?
The correct spelling is "shinny."
What is a shiny coin used at Mardi Gras?
Doubloons
What are some adjectives to describe a coin?
Golden, shiny, valuable.
What is the difference between a proof coin and a circulation coin?
A proof coin has a special shiny finish on it and it is made to be sold to collectors, and not used as money.
How do you determine value of a coin?
you see what it is worth by seeing how shiny it is how old it is and if it is not scratched up then you bring it to a coin professional
Why is a gold coin shiny?
it is coated in copper. copper prevent corrosion.
How do you know if a coin is satin finish?
because it is shiny and the dirt doesn't stick on it
How can you tell if you have a deep cameo coin?
A cameo coin is used in coin collecting to refer to a circulation coin that has proof-like qualities or a proof coin that has unusually spectacular contrast. A cameo coin has empty areas that reflect light like a mirror. The raised part of a cameo coin is well-defined and frosty in appearance. Cameo coins are among the most sought-after in numismatics and command a significant premium when sold. So if I were you, I sayif you see a shine in some ones pocket then that is how you know they have a cameo coin!!
Where are the two shiny gold stars on page 8 of you spy year round challenge?
The 2 shiny gold stars are on page 9. Beside the white bird's wing, there is a partially hidden gold coin and the stars are EXTREMELY tiny, on the edge of that coin.
How do you determine which grade my 1993 American silver eagle coin is?
By looking for wear. In practice, it doesn't matter what grade your silver eagle is, it will simply sell for bullion. The only thing to look is if your coin is proof or bullion. A proof coin will have mirror-like fields where you can see yourself like a mirror. An uncirculated coin may look shiny but it won't be nearly as shiny as a proof.
What is the answer to the August 5 2009 Wheel of Fortune bonus or final puzzle?
The answer for Wednesday, August 5 2009 was SHINY COIN. The show was a repeat broadcast of an earlier episode. The program first aired on March 25 2009 with the final puzzle solution of SHINY COIN.
