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Light passing through prism
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Light passing through prism
A prism demonstrating refraction and reflection effects. A beam of white light strikes the prism, refracting onto the right hand face. At this face, some of the light is refracted again, exiting the prism and forming the spectrum. The spectrum is a result of the different amounts of refraction of the different wavelengths of light present. Some of the light is reflected by the face, exiting the prism from the closest face. As it leaves the prism, it is refracted in an opposite direction to when it entered, balancing out the effect and maintaining its white appearance
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Internal Light Optics Prism Reflection Refraction Spectrum White Light
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This print from Science Photo Library beautifully captures the mesmerizing effects of refraction and reflection as light passes through a prism. The image showcases a beam of white light gracefully striking the prism, causing it to refract onto the right-hand face. As this happens, some of the light undergoes another round of refraction, exiting the prism and forming an enchanting spectrum. The spectrum displayed in this photograph is a direct result of different wavelengths of light experiencing varying amounts of refraction within the prism. Additionally, while some portions are refracted and exit through one face, others are reflected by that same face before leaving through the closest side. This process ensures that as it emerges from the prism, each ray is refracted in an opposite direction to when it initially entered - thus balancing out any deviation caused by refraction and maintaining its original white appearance. This visually stunning snapshot not only highlights fundamental principles in physics and optics but also serves as a reminder of nature's innate ability to create breathtaking displays. It invites us to marvel at how something as simple as passing light through a prism can unveil such intricate patterns and colors. Science enthusiasts will undoubtedly find themselves captivated by this remarkable image captured by Science Photo Library – an extraordinary testament to both scientific curiosity and artistic expression.
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