Which Word Best Describes the Phenomenon Which Gives Rise to a Rainbow

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which word best describes the phenomenon which gives rise to a rainbow?

• A) reflection
• B) dispersion
• C) diffraction
• D) interference
• E) deflection

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Definitions:

Rectangle

A four-sided polygon with opposite sides being equal and parallel, and all interior angles being right angles.

Fear of Heights

A phobia characterized by an excessive and irrational fear of high places.

Visual Cliff

An experiment designed to assess perception of depth and fear of falling in infants.

Crawling

A form of locomotion seen in infants as they start to move on their hands and knees before walking, critical for developmental milestones.