Pleochroism

Meaning of the word

Pleochroism is an optical phenomenon that occurs in certain minerals, where the color of the substance varies when observed in different directions.

Origin of the word

The word “pleocroism” originates in the ancient Greek, being formed by the junction of the terms “pleon” (plus) and “kroia” (color).

Word adverbs

– Pleochroly

Conjunctions of the word

– AND
– or
– But
– Although

Synonyms of the word

– Polychrome
– Polychromaticism
– Polychrome

Word Definitions

– Optical phenomenon in which the color of a mineral varies when observed in different directions.
– Property of certain minerals to present different colors when seen from different angles.

Phrases that the word applies

– Pleochroism is an important criterion for identifying and classifying minerals.
– Pleochroism analysis allows you to determine the orientation of crystals in a rock.

Examples of the word in text

– The mineral had pleocroism, displaying different colors when observed in polarized light.
– The presence of pleocroism indicated the presence of a specific mineral in the sample.

Rhymes with the word

– Schematicism
– Altruism
– Selfishness
– Magnetism
– Realism

Anagrams with the word

– MicroSpoly

References:

1. Informal Dictionary
2. DICIO