Rainbow Colors: Why Don't You See All Colors In The Rainbow?

The video explores the colors visible in a rainbow, explaining that while only seven colors are typically seen, a rainbow contains a wide range of colors from ultraviolet to infrared. It discusses how the human eye perceives color through rods and cones, and how color blindness affects this perception. The video also explains why certain colors like pink and brown are not visible in a rainbow, as they require mixing of different wavelengths. It highlights the role of white light in making rainbows visible and the absence of black. Finally, it notes that individual differences in eye structure lead to variations in color perception.

What is the order of colors typically seen in a rainbow?

• Red, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo, Violet, Orange

• Orange, Red, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo, Violet

• Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo, Violet

• Violet, Indigo, Blue, Green, Yellow, Orange, Red

Which part of the eye is responsible for detecting color?

• Retina

• Cones

• Rods

• Pupil

How do color blind individuals perceive a rainbow?

• They see only black and white.

• They see colors in reverse order.

• They see a smaller set of colors or less prominent colors.

• They see all colors vividly.

Why are colors like pink and brown not visible in a rainbow?

• They are not part of the visible spectrum.

• They are too faint to be seen.

• They require mixing of different wavelengths to be seen.

• They are absorbed by the atmosphere.

What is the reason we can see a rainbow in the first place?

• The presence of white light

• The presence of black light

• The mixing of all colors

• The absence of any color