A prism is able to spread white light out into a spectrum of colors based on the property of:
A) reflection.
B) refraction.
C) scattering.
D) interference.

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A prism works by refracting, or bending, the different colors of light at slightly different angles as they pass through the prism. This causes them to spread out and create a spectrum of colors.

A Prism Is Able to Spread White Light Out into a Spectrum