kaleidoscope: Quick Facts

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Intricate kaleidoscope pattern with symmetrical, vibrant shapes in red, orange, yellow, green, and purple radiating from the center.

Diagram showing two kaleidoscopes, each with mirrors set at different angles-90 degrees in A and 60 degrees in B-demonstrating how the angle of the mirrors creates multiple reflected images of a coin inside the toy.

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