Relationship of Absorbed Light to Observed Color
Description: This experiment shows the relationship between complementary colors. By placing colored filters in the light path of the visible spectrum, it can be shown that the complementary colors have been absorbed from the spectrum.
Source: UW Card Catalog
Year: N/A Vol: N/A Page: N/A
Keywords: Absorption, Transmission, Absorbance, Complementary colors
Rating: 
Hazard: Low
- Electric shock hazard
- No use of chemicals
Effectiveness: Average
- Good connection from demo to course material
- Mild effects are seen by the audience
- Results are observable with guidance
- Time to results is low
- Primary effects are observed by audience
Difficulty: Low
- Simple procedures
- Manipulations are simple for most to perform
Safety Precautions:
- Use UL approved three-prong plug and outlet
- Eye protection required
Class: Transition Metals
Division: General, Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry
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