___ lines, spooky-sounding term for the colored bands that appear when light is split in physics

8 letters27 DownLast seen October 24, 2025

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About this clue

The clue “___ lines, spooky-sounding term for the colored bands that appear when light is split in physics” was published in the Daily Themed Crossword on October 24, 2025, where it appeared as 27 Down. The solution is SPECTRAL — a 8-letter word that fits the 8-square down entry in the grid.

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What is the answer to "___ lines, spooky-sounding term for the colored bands that appear when light is split in physics" in Daily Themed Crossword?
The answer is SPECTRAL, a 8-letter word that appeared as 27 Down in the puzzle dated October 24, 2025.
How many letters does the answer to "___ lines, spooky-sounding term for the colored bands that appear when light is split in physics" have?
The answer has 8 letters: SPECTRAL.
When did the clue "___ lines, spooky-sounding term for the colored bands that appear when light is split in physics" appear in Daily Themed Crossword?
This clue most recently appeared on October 24, 2025.
Where can I find the full solution to the October 24, 2025 Daily Themed Crossword?
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