Single Answer MCQ
Q-00040328

What effect does the shape of the prism have on the light passing through it?

1

It alters the color of the light

2

It changes the speed of light

3

It causes light to disperse into its component colors

4

It increases the brightness of light

Answer and Solution

Answer

C. It causes light to disperse into its component colors

Solution:

The shape of the prism causes light to disperse into its component colors. This occurs because different colors bend at different angles.

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