Absent from the visible spectrum and neither a wave nor a particle, the color pink is, for many, a scientific enigma: how can a shade that doesn’t even appear in the rainbow exist? The answer lies in ...

We all think that the visible spectrum of light — every color we can see — is represented in the rainbow. But this isn't actually true. When you hold up a crystal prism to a beam of light, you see red ...

The colors you see from the Northern Lights depend on which gas in our atmosphere the particles are interacting with and at ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. There’s an interesting volley online right now between two science ...

Over the years of being my own manicurist, I've gotten into the habit of opting for light pink polishes whenever I find myself struggling to pick a color, solely because they work across every season ...