Spectrum Experiment

Experiment 1 – Creating a Spectrum

Aim

To see if white light can create a Spectrum with the help of a prism.

Hypothesis/Prediction

I predict that a white light will create a spectrum when the prism separates the light into 7 rays.

Materials Needed                             

• Prism
• Source of Light
• Screen

Procedure

Place the prism between the screen and the sunlight. Rotate the prism until you see a rainbow on the screen. 

Observation

There is a spectrum formed when the sunlight hits the prism.

Conclusion

A ray of white light will form a spectrum when it hits a prism.