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Meaning of retardance | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

The difference in phase shift between two characteristic polarizations of light upon reflection from an interface. Retardance can be reported in the Abelès or Mueller conventions. The retardance phase shift angle is often specified in degrees.

countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Українська ретардність

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

retardancy Retardant Retardants retardate Retardation Retarded

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