6.5 - Newton’s Experiment
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Practice Questions
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What is the spectrum of visible light?
💡 Hint: Remember the acronym VIBGYOR.
What does a prism do to white light?
💡 Hint: Think about rainbows!
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What phenomenon occurs when white light passes through a prism?
💡 Hint: Think about rainbows.
True or False: Newton used a second prism to separate light.
💡 Hint: What was the purpose of the second prism?
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If two prisms are used in succession where the second is not aligned perfectly, explain what might be observed when light passes through.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when angles change.
Design an experiment similar to Newton's to explore other materials besides glass. What would you expect to find?
💡 Hint: Think about how different materials might affect light's behavior.
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