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4. refraction
noun. the amount by which a propagating wave is bent.
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Antonyms
Etymology
- -ion (English)
- refract (English)
5. refraction
noun. the change in direction of a propagating wave (light or sound) when passing from one medium to another.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- -ion (English)
- refract (English)
6. index
noun. ['ˈɪndɛks'] a numerical scale used to compare variables with one another or with some reference number.
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Antonyms
Etymology
- index (Latin)
- indico (Latin)
7. index
verb. ['ˈɪndɛks'] list in an index.
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Antonyms
Etymology
- index (Latin)
- indico (Latin)
8. index
noun. ['ˈɪndɛks'] a number or ratio (a value on a scale of measurement) derived from a series of observed facts; can reveal relative changes as a function of time.
Synonyms
Etymology
- index (Latin)
- indico (Latin)
9. index
noun. ['ˈɪndɛks'] a mathematical notation indicating the number of times a quantity is multiplied by itself.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- index (Latin)
- indico (Latin)
Sentences with index-of-refraction
1. Noun Phrase
Oil has the same index of refraction as the glass, so the cone of light does not spread out too much.
2. Noun Phrase
The index of refraction shows how much light slows down when it goes into the glass.
3. Noun Phrase
You can use the index of refraction to determine how much the speed of light changes when passed into another medium.
4. Noun Phrase
Luster does not have anything to do with shape or size but is related to transparency, crystal habit, surface conditions and index of refraction.
