Do you know the types of rainbows?

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Yes. Rainbows occur in different forms depending on light, water droplets, and viewing conditions. The main types are:

Primary Rainbow: The common arc with red on the outside and violet on the inside, caused by one internal reflection of sunlight in raindrops.
Secondary Rainbow: A fainter arc outside the primary, with reversed colors, formed by two internal reflections.
Supernumerary Rainbow: Extra faint pastel bands inside the primary arc, created by interference of light waves.
Reflection Rainbow: Appears above the horizon when sunlight reflects off water surfaces like lakes.
Double and Multiple Rainbows: When primary and secondary (or more) rainbows appear together.
Fogbow: A pale, whitish arc formed in fog or mist with tiny water droplets.
Moonbow (Lunar Rainbow): A rare rainbow formed by moonlight instead of sunlight.