Visible light is a small part of the electromagnetic spectrum,but when we see colors,we are seeing ________.
A)different photons that come from different directions
B)refractions of white light
C)an even narrow range of wavelengths than white light within the visible light spectrum
D)complementary spectra from light re-emitted off objects when light impinges on the object

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When we see colors, we are actually seeing an even narrower range of wavelengths than white light within the visible light spectrum. This range of wavelengths is what is responsible for the different colors we see.

Visible Light Is a Small Part of the Electromagnetic Spectrum,but