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How do rainbows occur? Answer in at least two sentences

How do rainbows occur? Answer in at least two sentences
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How do rainbows occur?
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Light enters a water droplet, slowing down and bending as it goes from air to denser water. The light reflects off the inside of the droplet, separating into its component wavelengths--or colors. When light exits the droplet, it makes a rainbow.
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