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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Question 1
2023
24 (a)When and where does a rainbow appear in the sky ? Draw a labelled ray diagram to show its formation.Question 2
2023
33Draw a labelled diagram to show (i) dispersion of a beam of white light, and (ii) formation of a rainbow.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.Question 4
2025
31What is a rainbow ? Draw a labelled diagram to show its formation.Question 5
2026
36Explain the phenomenon of rainbow formation in the sky. Draw the labelled ray diagram in support of your explanation.