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Rainbow: what it is, with a labelled diagram of its formation

The same question, asked 4 times: 2023*, 2024*, 2025*, 2026. Every wording below, oldest first.

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  1. Question 1

    2023

    24 (a)
    When and where does a rainbow appear in the sky ? Draw a labelled ray diagram to show its formation.
  2. Question 2

    2023

    33
    Draw a labelled diagram to show (i) dispersion of a beam of white light, and (ii) formation of a rainbow.
  3. Question 3

    2024

    31 (b)
    Draw a ray diagram to show the formation of a rainbow in the sky. On this diagram mark A – where dispersion of light occurs, B – where internal reflection of light occurs and C – where refraction of light occurs. List two necessary conditions to observe a rainbow.
  4. Question 4

    2025

    31
    What is a rainbow ? Draw a labelled diagram to show its formation.
  5. Question 5

    2026

    36
    Explain the phenomenon of rainbow formation in the sky. Draw the labelled ray diagram in support of your explanation.