Did you know that the same digital photo you see on a computer monitor may not look as good in print? When it comes to color profiles, there are a lot of options: RGB, CMYK, grayscale and indexed color are just a few. Learn how to choose...

When you step in mud it can be very messy. How can you tell if soil is wet or dry before you step in it? In this experiment, you can see if color can help you figure it out.

Did you know that the color of your house could save money? Do this experiment to see which colors regulate temperature best in different environments. Learn how painting the house can save money on the energy bill.

As an overview of color theory, this site covers topics such as communicating color, color application, color basics, color wheel, and more. A color basics tutorial is also provided.

Basic color theory is discussed in relaton to computer art applications. Illustrated.

This resource provides information about the color of minerals.

Light is an example of an electromagnetic wave. Electromagnetic waves can travel through the vacuum of interstellar space. They do not depend on an external medium-unlike a mechanical wave such as a sound wave which must travel through...

Color theory III, "Color as Emotion", from artyfactory ia an introduction to color theory in Art. This page provides an explanantion with visual examples to help explain the effect color can have on emotion.

This exhibit of color contrast focuses on simultaneous contrast, the contrast of two colors, side-by-side, interacting with one another to change our perception. Pictures and examples are provided.

This is an online study guide for the novel The Color Purple by Alice Walker including author information, literary elements, chapter-by-chapter summaries/notes, study questions, and analysis.

Everyone loves the beautiful colors of fall, but where they come from and how they change color is a mystery. In this project, you will uncover the hidden colors of fall by separating plant pigments with paper chromatography.

How does one experience synesthesia- the neurological trait that combines two or more senses? Synesthetes may taste the number 9 or attach a color to each day of the week. Richard E. Cytowic explains the fascinating world of entangled...

Science Bob provides instructions for setting up an experiment to determine if birds care what color their food is.

Kindergarteners find classifying and ordering fascinating. In this lesson, students learn to sort by color.

Yes, birds can see color and this site delves into pigmentation, color abnormalities, and structural colors of birds' feathers.

What does color have to do with particle physics? This page explains the concepts of color and the color force, which are fundamental subjects in quantum chromodynamics.

Ever wonder why some colors dissolve in water and others don't? Watch this video to learn why. [2:16]

This site from NASA explains the meaning behind the different colors of the oceans. Gives information as to the role of phytoplankton in the color of the oceans and affects of the carbon cycle on the oceans.

Milkweed bugs, as their name suggests, have a close relationship with the milkweed plant. The plant produces a milky sap, and toxic compounds, but somehow the milkweed bug is unaffected by them. Instead, it concentrates chemicals from...

There are answers to many frequently asked questions from artists concerning color. Most answers include a link with further explanations. If you have a question about color you can submit it. Also included is a link to art projects...

A good page describing various color schemes, including complimentary, analagous, etc.

In this science fair project, paint color pie slices onto a wheel and spin the wheel on an electric drill. See how colors add together to make new colors. The Science Buddies project ideas are set up consistently beginning with an...

Did you know that different-colored backgrounds cause colored objects to look different? In this investigation, students will experience this phenomenon.

A brief explanation of the visible color wheel.