Presentation about Roger Bacon (rainbows)

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around Roger Bacon's contributions to the understanding of rainbows, specifically his assertion regarding the formation of rainbows at a 42-degree angle. Participants seek information and resources for a presentation on this topic.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses difficulty in finding information about Roger Bacon's study of rainbows and requests assistance.
  • Another participant suggests that a Google search could yield relevant results regarding Roger Bacon's work on optics and rainbows.
  • A third participant acknowledges the usefulness of the suggested search.
  • A fourth participant comments on the effectiveness of Google searches in finding information.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that a Google search can provide useful information, but there is no consensus on specific details about Roger Bacon's studies or the topic of rainbows.

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I need to give a presentation about roger bacon (the guy who said that rainbows form at a 42 degree angle). It's hard to find information about his study of rainbows so if anyone knows something about it I'll be grateful.
 
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This google search brings up lots of hits that look relevant

Roger Bacon Optics Rainbows 42 degrees
 
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thank you :partytime:
 
Pretty amazing what a Google search can do...:wink:
 

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