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Can rainbows form in a circle? Fun facts on the physics of rainbows

  • Written by Partha Chowdhury, Professor of Physics, UMass Lowell
Can rainbows form in a circle? Fun facts on the physics of rainbowsThe higher your vantage point, the more likely you’ll see more of the rainbow’s circle. Chen Hui/VCG via Getty ImagesCan rainbows form in a circle? Fun facts on the physics of rainbows

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