Sunset

Experiment no.: 9.10.5
Sonnen­untergang
The white light from a lamp passes through a colloidal sulphur solution. Reddish light is observed In the forward direction and bluish light in the lateral direction due to Mie scattering.

Caution: Experiment with sulfuric acid (eye and skin damage possible)!
Personal protective equipment necessary!

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Outgoing light at clear solution
Outgoing light at slightly turbid solution
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Light emitted forwards
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