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Pleochroic

Definition:

Adjective (Chemistry and Geology) - Exhibiting different colors when viewed from different angles, especially as a result of double refraction.

Sense 1:

When referring to minerals:

Adjective - Having the property of pleochroism, where a mineral shows different colors or shades of color when viewed under different angles or polarized light.

Example Sentence: The pleochroic nature of the mineral tourmaline allows it to display multiple hues when observed under a polarizing microscope.

Sense 2:

When referring to materials:

Adjective - Displaying varied colors or shades of color depending on the angle of light or the viewing direction.

Example Sentence: The pleochroic nature of the opal made it captivating, as it exhibited a mesmerizing play of colors when seen from different angles.

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