Optical prism

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PIRA index: 5N30.10 ; 6A46.10

Description

Shows the effect of the diffraction index depending on light color

Equipment

• Glass prism
• White light (incandescent light is best)

Instructions

• Shine line trhough prism, maximize internal reflection to maximize rainbow