How does light interact with matter?

Light provides energy to sustain life and makes it possible for us to see the world around us. Explore the different ways light affects us and our surroundings.

Color Mixing

Simulation. Double-click the “RGB Bulbs” to launch the simulation.

Spectrum Notebook.

  1. Follow instructions in Part 1 of the Color Mixing section.
  2. In the table, note what light combinations of RGB light make each color.
  3. Answer the reflection questions in Part 2
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