The Mudcat Café TM
Thread #71863   Message #1232157
Posted By: Pied Piper
23-Jul-04 - 09:30 AM
Thread Name: BS: Why is foam always white?
Subject: RE: BS: Why is foam always white?
Foam is white (or the colour of what light is falling on it) because the tiny bubbles are acting as mirrors and reflecting light not transmitting it through the coloured liquid.
You can see your face reflected in used engine oil or black paint.
PP