Origin of rainbow

Rainbow Facts

Imagine there was just a huge rainstorm. You were safe from the rain in your house, but you looked outside as soon as it ended. The sun was just starting to come out from behind the clouds, and the rain was starting to end.

During this magical moment, however, you see a beautiful sight- a rainbow!

Rainbows are considered to be one of nature’s most special gifts, with many paintings and photographs taken of them. They have also inspired many poems, songs, and other types of art. What is it about these gorgeous arches that make us love them so much?

Read more to find out some interesting facts about rainbows.

How are rainbows formed?

Rainbows are formed when light shines through water, like when the sun shines through the rain. This light is bent and reflected, like a reflection in a mirror, and this causes all of the amazing colors that you see.

Rainbows normally appear from the rain, but they can happen wherever light is being bent inside of water droplets. Rainbows can be seen in mist, fog, spray, and dew.

 Fun and Creative Activities For Kids!

Rainbows are made up of all seven colors that come from light. These colors are red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet. A great way to remember these colors is the think of the acronym, which seems like a man’s name, ROY G BIV.

Does everyone see the same rainbow?

Actually, what makes rainbows so special is that no two people see the same exact thing. Since it all depends on how the light is being bent and reflected back to you, everyone sees something different. Someone who looks like they are standing right underneath it to you will actually be looking at the rainbow and seeing it from far away.

Can you touch a rainbow?

Rainbows are not an object or a thing and they cannot be touched. They are made up of light that is reflected and bent and you cannot feel light when it shines.

Where is the end of a rainbow?

There is no end to a rainbow. Even though they look like an arch to us, or an upside down letter U, rainbows are actually full circles. We only see some of the circle because we usually view the rainbow from the ground.

Can you make your own rainbow?

Yes, you can! All you need is the sun and a water hose (and an adult’s permission, of course). You need to stand with your back against the sun, so you are facing away from it. Grab your garden hose – those with big nozzles on the ends usually work the best –  and turn on the water.

Now, put your other hand straight up in the air. Start spraying the water about halfway between the ground and your other hand, which is straight up in the air.

You should see a mini-rainbow right in your backyard!

If this didn’t work, try moving the hose up or down some until you see the beautiful arch of gorgeous colors. Again, if it didn’t work, you might need to wait until it is a sunnier day outside to make sure that you have plenty of light.