English Explanatory Dictionary

Newton's rings

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A pattern of interference of light characterized by concentric rings that is caused by light's reflection from two surfaces, one of which is usually round.

Word forms

Newton's rings

Etymology

Named after Isaac Newton.

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