What is the name for the colorful effect produced by oil on water?

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Oil produce many colors when it kept upon water and exposed to light.What is the phenomena?
 
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The phenomena is known as thin film interference. Also, you might notice circular rings which are known as Newton's rings. Do google it!
 

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