Difference between revisions of "Prism and White Light"
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'''Description:''' | |||
A bright light source shines into the side of a clear prism laying on its side on an adjustable base. The light experiences dispersion as it travels through the prism. The white light comes out as bands of colors of the spectrum on a white background placed behind the prism. | A bright light source shines into the side of a clear prism laying on its side on an adjustable base. The light experiences dispersion as it travels through the prism. The white light comes out as bands of colors of the spectrum on a white background placed behind the prism. | ||
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Description:
A bright light source shines into the side of a clear prism laying on its side on an adjustable base. The light experiences dispersion as it travels through the prism. The white light comes out as bands of colors of the spectrum on a white background placed behind the prism.
Location:
- Light Source: Shelf Q-4
- Prism: Shelf M-4
