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Opals come in a variety of colors, and they range from opaque to transparent. The most desirable opals are known as the precious opals. They have a special iridescent quality. As you move the opal under light, it shows a spectrum of colors.

Which words provide the best context clues for the meaning of iridescent?
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Responses

"opaque, quality, desirable"
"opaque, quality, desirable"
"transparent, variety, opals"
"transparent, variety, opals"
"opals, special, precious"
"opals, special, precious"
"variety, light, spectrum of colors"

"opals, special, precious"

"Opals, special, precious" provide the best context clues for the meaning of iridescent.

The best context clues for the meaning of iridescent can be found in the words "special" and "precious." These words indicate that there is something unique or valuable about the iridescent quality of the opals. Therefore, the correct response is "opals, special, precious."