pleochroic Synonyms
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pleochroic Meaning
Wordnet
pleochroic (a)
of or relating to or having pleochroism
Webster
pleochroic (a.)
Having the property of pleochroism.
pleochroic Sentence Examples
- Fluorite exhibits pleochroic properties, displaying different colors when viewed from different crystallographic directions.
- The pleochroic gemstone alexandrite changes color from green in daylight to purplish-red under artificial light.
- The pleochroic mineral tourmaline can be used to distinguish its different varieties based on its color variation.
- The pleochroism of a crystal can be used to determine its crystal system and optical properties.
- The pleochroic mineral zoisite displays three distinct colors: pink, green, and yellow.
- The pleochroic nature of minerals is caused by their variable absorption of light along different crystallographic axes.
- The pleochroism of gemstones can enhance their beauty and desirability.
- The pleochroic mineral iolite, also known as "water sapphire," displays blue, yellow, and gray colors.
- The pleochroic mineral andalusite is often mistaken for other minerals due to its variable color.
- The pleochroic properties of minerals can be observed using a polarizing microscope.
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of or relating to or having pleochroismHaving the property of pleochroism.
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Fluorite exhibits pleochroic properties, displaying different colors when viewed from different crystallographic directions.
The pleochroic gemstone alexandrite changes color from green in daylight to purplish-red under artificial light.
The pleochroic mineral tourmaline can be used to distinguish its different varieties based on its color variation.
The pleochroism of a crystal can be used to determine its crystal system and optical properties.
