• ID Code: M4-31
  • Purpose: Demonstrate iridescence from thin film interference.
  • Description: Iridescence involves production of colors due to interference. Here the interference between light reflecting from the two surfaces of a thin celophane sheet inside the bottle lead to beautiful but faint partially saturated colors.
  • Availability: Available, but be aware that it is old and worn, and not as visible as it once was.
  • References: http://www.physics.umd.edu/deptinfo/facilities/lecdem/services/refs/refsm.htm#M4-31