I've always wondered why rainbows are such a rare occurrence. They're so beautiful and magical, yet they seem to appear only under very specific conditions. What are those conditions and why don't we see rainbows more often?
5 answers
BlockchainMastermind
Wed Nov 13 2024
Each observer can only view one rainbow from their specific vantage point.
KatanaBlade
Wed Nov 13 2024
This is due to the light from droplets being illuminated by the sun.
TimeRippleOcean
Wed Nov 13 2024
All raindrops refract and reflect sunlight in a uniform manner.
KatanaBladed
Wed Nov 13 2024
Nevertheless, only the light beams from certain raindrops are able to reach the observer's eyes.
SakuraSmile
Wed Nov 13 2024
Multiple rainbows are present in the sky.