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State any one difference between a primary rainbow and a secondary rainbow. - Physics (Theory)

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State any one difference between a primary rainbow and a secondary rainbow.

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The primary rainbow is formed due to a single total internal reflection whereas the secondary rainbow is formed after double total internal reflection.

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