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Dispersion of Light
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What is chromatic dispersion?

Separation of white light into colors

Which color of light refracts the most when passing through glass?

Violet

How does wavelength affect the amount of refraction?

Shorter wavelengths refract more

Which relationship correctly shows refractive indices for red and violet light?

nred<nvioletn_{red} < n_{violet}

Why does a prism effectively separate colors?

Light refracts twice in same direction

What three processes occur in rainbow formation within a raindrop?

Refraction, reflection, refraction

How many colors does one raindrop send to your eye?

One specific color

Which glass type produces greater dispersion?

Flint glass

Which color emerges at the smallest angle from a prism?

Red

What radiation exists beyond violet in the dispersed spectrum?

Ultraviolet

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