When a compact disc (CD) is viewed in sunlight, the colors similar to those of a rainbow are seen due to the phenomena of reflection and diffraction. The CD’s surface consists of closely spaced tracks that act as a diffraction ...
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A lunar eclipse occurs on a full moon day when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon. This alignment causes the Earth’s shadow to fall on the Moon, darkening it partially or completely depending on whether it is ...
A solar eclipse occurs on a new moon day (Pratipada). This is when the Moon comes between the Sun and Earth, casting its shadow on Earth’s surface and causing a temporary obscuration of the Sun’s light.
A cut diamond sparkles due to its unique molecular structure. The facets of a diamond are designed to reflect and refract light internally, maximizing its brilliance and dispersion of colors, creating the sparkling effect known as “fire” in diamonds.
A coin placed in a vessel filled with water appears slightly raised due to the refraction of light. When light passes from water into air (or vice versa), it changes direction, making the coin appear higher than its actual position ...