Optical Density (Noun)
Meaning
(physics) a measure of the extent to which a substance transmits light or other electromagnetic radiation.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The optical density of the material was measured using a spectrophotometer to determine its transparency.
- The optical density of the filter was adjusted to block out the intense sunlight and prevent damage to the equipment.
- In the experiment, the optical density of the solution was found to be directly proportional to the concentration of the absorbing substance.
- The optical density of the lens was taken into account when designing the telescope to ensure optimal image quality.
- The researcher calculated the optical density of the sample by measuring the amount of light transmitted through it and comparing it to a reference value.