What is another word for angle of extinction?

Pronunciation: [ˈaŋɡə͡l ɒv ɛkstˈɪŋkʃən] (IPA)

The term "angle of extinction" refers to the angle at which light polarized in a particular direction undergoes complete extinction when passing through anisotropic material. It is also known as the polarizing angle or the Brewster angle. Synonyms for the "angle of extinction" include polarizing angle, angle of polarization, critical angle, and angle of incidence. These terms are used interchangeably in optical and physics related literature and research. By understanding the angle of extinction, scientists can analyze and study the behavior and properties of polarized light and anisotropic materials. It plays a significant role in various fields including astronomy, chemistry, and geology.

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What are the hypernyms for Angle of extinction?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    extinction angle, extinction ratio, extinction coefficient, optical extinction.

What are the hyponyms for Angle of extinction?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for angle of extinction (as nouns)

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