JAMB Physics 2007 Question 5

Question 5

Light and Reflection

The instrument used by designers to obtain different colour patterns is called

  1. A.episcope.
  2. B.periscope.
  3. C.kaleidoscope.
  4. D.sextant.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (kaleidoscope.)

Explanation

A kaleidoscope uses inclined plane mirrors to form many images of coloured pieces, giving symmetrical colour patterns.