Refractiveness (Noun)
Meaning
The physical property of a medium as determined by its index of refraction.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The refractiveness of the diamond caused it to sparkle and shine with intense brilliance.
- The scientist measured the refractiveness of the glass sample to determine its composition.
- The refractiveness of the air changed as the temperature and humidity fluctuated.
- The high refractiveness of the lens made it ideal for use in high-powered microscopes.
- The refractiveness of the water in the aquarium affected the way the light from the outside appeared to the fish.