The secondary rainbow is dimmer than the primary rainbow because
A)its colors are inverted.
B)it is larger, and its energy spreads across more area.
C)it is farther from the viewer.
D)it simply has much less energy than the primary bow.
E)of an extra reflection and refraction in the drops.

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The secondary rainbow is dimmer because it undergoes an extra reflection inside the raindrops, which results in more light being lost and thus a dimmer appearance.

The Secondary Rainbow Is Dimmer Than the Primary Rainbow Because