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rainbows are formed because of the scattering of light .......when the sunlight meets the water droplets..scattering of light takes place...this forms a rainbow

2 or 3 rainbows are formed because of the multiple scattering of light

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Are all rainbows different?

Yes, all rainbows are different due to variations in atmospheric conditions, such as the size and shape of raindrops, the angle of sunlight, and the observer's position. Each person's viewpoint will yield a unique perspective of the rainbow's colors and intensity. Additionally, factors like pollution or humidity can influence how vividly a rainbow appears. Thus, while the basic phenomenon is the same, no two rainbows are identical.


Why are the rainbows are two?

Rainbows are caused by sunlight being refracted, or bent, as it passes through raindrops in the air. The light is then reflected inside the raindrop and refracted again as it exits, creating a spectrum of colors that we see as a rainbow. The appearance of a double rainbow is due to a secondary reflection of light inside the raindrop.


What is the space between to rainbows?

The space between two rainbows is often referred to as the "supernumerary rainbow." This phenomenon occurs due to the interference of light waves, creating additional, fainter rainbows on the outside of the main rainbow. The area between the primary and supernumerary rainbows can appear darker, a phenomenon known as Alexander's band, caused by the way light is refracted and dispersed in water droplets.


Why are there always 2 rainbows?

Two rainbows can be seen when sunlight is both refracted and reflected within rain droplets, creating two separate arcs of different intensities and colors. The primary rainbow is the brighter and more visible one, while the secondary rainbow is usually fainter and has the order of its colors reversed.


How did rainbows get their name?

Rainbows are named after their distinct appearance in the sky, with a varied spectrum of colors in the shape of an arc. The term "rainbow" combines two elements: "rain," which is often present when rainbows appear, and "bow," referring to the arc-like shape of the phenomenon.

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Are all rainbows different?

Yes, all rainbows are different due to variations in atmospheric conditions, such as the size and shape of raindrops, the angle of sunlight, and the observer's position. Each person's viewpoint will yield a unique perspective of the rainbow's colors and intensity. Additionally, factors like pollution or humidity can influence how vividly a rainbow appears. Thus, while the basic phenomenon is the same, no two rainbows are identical.


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No the word sometimes has two syllables: Some-times.


What is the ratio of three to two to five?

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How long does an apartment application take?

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Can Indian ringneck be with rainbow lorikeet?

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How many lube points does a 2007 Tahoe have?

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Where do humans get the two raw material needed for respiration?

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