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The color order in a secondary rainbow is:

1. Same as primary rainbow
2. Reversed compared to primary rainbow
3. Random and variable
4. Depends on humidity

Correct answer: Reversed compared to primary rainbow

Solution

A secondary rainbow is formed by two internal reflections, which reverses the order of colors compared to a primary rainbow. Therefore, the color sequence appears reversed.

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