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CGP GCSE Physics > Triangular Prisms Disperse White Light > Flashcards

Triangular Prisms Disperse White Light Flashcards

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Different wavelengths of light refract by…

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Different amounts

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What does this mean?

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White light diapers into different colours as it enters a prism and the different wavelengths are refracted by different amounts

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When does a similar effect happen?

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As the light leaves the prism, meaning you get a nice rainbow effect

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