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INTRODUCTION
In this science experiment, we will determine

whether combining long and short wavelength
colours would balance the average temperature. To
perform this experiment, we investigated how
different colors of paint on houses can affect their
interior and exterior temperatures, as well as their
insulation rates. We tested houses painted with solid
colors (such as red, blue, green, and orange) and
combination colors (like red/blue and green/orange).
The combination colors were chosen to explore the

effects of mixing long wavelength colors with short
wavelength colors. Our main objective was to
determine whether these combinations could
achieve a balance in terms of average temperatures
and insulation rates compared to the solid color
counterparts.
In simpler terms, we wanted to see if certain paint

colors could help maintain a more moderate
temperature inside and outside the houses, and if
combining specific colors could enhance their
insulating properties.
AIM OF THE PROJECT
The primary aim of the project centered on long and
short wavelength colors is to provide students with a
comprehensive and hands-on understanding of the
intricate phenomena related to color perception and
the behavior of light. By delving into this project,
students aspire to explore the concept of the visible
spectrum, its division into long wavelength colors (such
as red and orange) and short wavelength colors
(including blue and violet). Through a combination of
experimental investigations and theoretical analysis,
the project intends to unravel the mysteries of light
dispersion and the manner in which light interacts with
various mediums, be it in the context of scientific
applications or artistic interpretations.
The primary aim of the project centered on long and

short wavelength colors is to provide students with a
comprehensive and hands-on understanding of the
intricate phenomena related to color perception and
the behavior of light. By delving into this project,
students aspire to explore the concept of the visible
spectrum, its division into long wavelength colors (such
as red and orange) and short wavelength colors
(including blue and violet
ABSTRACT
In this project, the objective was to investigate the
impact of different colors on the temperatures and
insulation rates of houses. The study focused on both
the interior and exterior temperatures of the houses,
considering their insulation rates. Specifically, the
houses were painted with solid colors such as red,
blue, green, and orange, as well as combination colors
like red/blue and green/orange.
By combining long wavelength colors with short

wavelength colors, the experiment aimed to
determine if the combination colors could achieve a
balance in terms of averaging out the temperatures
and insulation rates observed in the solid color
counterparts. This investigation sought to shed light on
whether long and short wavelength combination
colors could potentially offer improved insulation
properties and temperature regulation compared to
individual solid colors.
Through meticulous data collection and analysis,

this study endeavors to provide valuable insights
into the potential benefits of utilizing specific
color combinations for house painting. By
exploring the relationship between color and energy
efficiency, designers, architects, and homeowners may
gain valuable knowledge to inform their choices when
it comes to selecting paint colors for their homes..
REQUIREMENTS
1. Oil paints
2. Foam Boards Houses
3. White Paint
4. Digital Thermometer
5. Infrared Thermometer
6. Note book
THEORY
The theory of long and short wavelength colors
is rooted in the science of optics and the
physics of light. This theory revolves around
the concept of the visible spectrum, a range of
electromagnetic waves that human eyes can
perceive as colors. Long wavelength colors,
such as red and orange, are associated with
lower frequencies and longer wavelengths,
while short wavelength colors, like blue and
violet, have higher frequencies and shorter
wavelengths.
The reason for this distinction lies in the nature

of light itself. When white light, which
comprises all visible colors, passes through a
prism or a diffraction grating, it undergoes a
phenomenon known as dispersion. This
process causes the light to separate into its
constituent colors based on their wavelengths.
Red light, with its longer wavelength, is
refracted the least, while violet light, with its
shorter wavelength, is refracted the most.
Long wavelength colors are typically
associated with warmth and are found on one
end of the visible spectrum, while short
wavelength colors are considered cooler and
occupy the opposite end. This differentiation
plays a crucial role in various optical
phenomena, including the formation of
rainbows, the behavior of light in optical
instruments, and even our understanding of
color vision.
Moreover, the theory of long and short

wavelength colors is fundamental to our
comprehension of color mixing, where
different combinations of these colors
produce a vast array of hues. This theory is not
only a cornerstone of physics but also plays a
significant role in fields such as art, design,
and lighting, influencing the way we perceive
and manipulate colors in everyday life.
Long Short
Wavelength ( Wavelength (
λ) λ)
700 580 nM 500 nM 400 nM

nM
Nanometers ( nM )
PROCEDURE
Step 1: Take two foam board houses.
Step 2: Paint these houses with oil

paints.
Step 3: Take a third foam board house

and paint it with white colour.
Step 4: The third house will act as the

controller.
Step 5: Place these houses outside your

home.
Step 6: Measure the temperature of the

three foamboard houses throughout the
day using a digital thermometer.
Step 7: Record your observations.

OBSERVATION
1. We found that the order of lowest to
highest interior temperature was the same
as the longest to the highest wavelength of
colour.
2. The houses that were painted with

combination colours fell in between the
solid counterparts.
3. The house that was painted with green

and orange colour attained the highest
temperature. After this came the red, red-
blue, green, blue, orange, and the last one
was control.
4. The house that had the highest insulation

rate was blue-coloured. After this came the
green, green-orange, red-blue, red, orange,
and the last one was control.
RESULT
1. The house’s interior temperature, when
painted with the combination colour red-blue,
was the highest.
2. The average of blue and red colour

wavelengths defined the interior and exterior
temperature of the house.
3. But in a green-orange house, we did not

obtain a consistent result. The interior
temperature of the house almost matched the
orange colour house. On the other hand, the
exterior of the house was warmer than each
solid colour.
4. The difference in wavelength between green-

orange houses was more than the difference
between the wavelength of red-blue houses.
5. The insulating rate of
houses was better in the
blue-coloured houseS
6. The average tendency was

better when the distance
between the wavelengths
increased.
7. As the wavelength
increases, the insulating rate
decreases.
8. The insulation rate of the

house that was painted with
the combination colour was
maintained throughout the
day.
Precaution
1. Take help in creating foam houses.
2. 2. Paint the foam houses thoroughly.

CONCLUSION
In this comprehensive experiment, we
aimed to conduct an in-depth analysis of
the insulation rates of various residential
structures while considering a multitude
of factors that influence their overall
energy efficiency.
Our primary objective was to not only gain

a better understanding of these
parameters but also to determine how
they affect the thermal performance of
individual homes. To achieve a precise and
accurate evaluation, we meticulously
collected and recorded critical data points,
including the interior and exterior
temperatures of each residence
throughout numerous seasonal
fluctuations.
By closely monitoring these variables and
paying special attention to their possible
interactions, we sought to identify
patterns, correlations, and influential
factors that directly impacted the
insulation effectiveness of the different
houses under investigation. This rigorous
process led to an extensive assessment,
which yielded significant conclusions
about the thermal performance of each
building type.
Furthermore, our findings revealed

potential areas for improvement in terms
of insulation and energy consumption,
thus paving the way for more sustainable
living arrangements in the future and
contributing indispensably to ongoing
efforts in optimizing residential energy
efficiency.

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INTRODUCTION

In this science experiment, we will determine

The combination colors were chosen to explore the

In simpler terms, we wanted to see if certain paint

The primary aim of the project centered on long and

By combining long wavelength colors with short

Through meticulous data collection and analysis,

2. Foam Boards Houses

The reason for this distinction lies in the nature

Moreover, the theory of long and short

700 580 nM 500 nM 400 nM

Step 2: Paint these houses with oil

Step 3: Take a third foam board house

Step 4: The third house will act as the

Step 5: Place these houses outside your

Step 6: Measure the temperature of the

Step 7: Record your observations.

2. The houses that were painted with

3. The house that was painted with green

4. The house that had the highest insulation

2. The average of blue and red colour

3. But in a green-orange house, we did not

4. The difference in wavelength between green-

6. The average tendency was

8. The insulation rate of the

1. Take help in creating foam houses.

2. 2. Paint the foam houses thoroughly.

Our primary objective was to not only gain

Furthermore, our findings revealed

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