iridescence

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iridescence A physical phenomenon in which fine colours are produced on a surface by the interference of light that is reflected from both the front and back of a thin film.

A Dictionary of Ecology MICHAEL ALLABY

iridescence

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iridescence A physical phenomenon in which fine colours are produced on a surface by the interference of light that is reflected from both the front and back of a thin film.

A Dictionary of Zoology MICHAEL ALLABY

iridescence

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iridescence Physical phenomenon in which fine colours are produced on a surface by the interference of light that is reflected from both the front and back of a thin film.

A Dictionary of Earth Sciences AILSA ALLABY and MICHAEL ALLABY

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