What causes rainbows in crystals by Petter Pan - Dailymotion

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00:00range of colors due to the diffraction of light. This diffraction occurs because opal has a very

00:04specific internal structure with thin layers of silica and water. When light enters opal,

00:09it is diffracted by these layers and separated into different colors. This is what causes the

00:13beautiful play of color that opal is so well known for. Opal can display a wide range of colors from

00:18reds and oranges to yellows and greens to blues and purples. The colors displayed by opal are

00:22some of the most beautiful and vibrant in nature, and they are sure to impress anyone who sees them.

00:27As you can see, rainbows and crystals are a truly amazing phenomenon. They are caused by the

00:32interaction of light with the internal structure of a crystal and can result in some truly beautiful

00:36and vibrant colors. Whether you are a geologist, a crystal lover,