How Does Structural Color Work?
The colors produced by structural color are a result of the interference, diffraction, and scattering of light waves. When light strikes the microscopic structures on an object's surface, it is refracted, reflected, and sometimes even canceled out. The specific patterns and dimensions of these structures determine which colors are observed. As a result, structural colors can appear vivid and change as the viewing angle or illumination conditions change, creating a mesmerizing visual effect.