optisches Phänomen

Definitions of optisches Phänomen
  1. noun
    a physical phenomenon related to or involving light
    see moresee less
    types:
    optische Illusion
    an optical phenomenon that results in a false or deceptive visual impression
    Polarisierung
    the phenomenon in which waves of light or other radiation are restricted in direction of vibration
    Spiegelung
    an optical illusion in which atmospheric refraction by a layer of hot air distorts or inverts reflections of distant objects
    type of:
    physikalisches Phänomen
    a natural phenomenon involving the physical properties of matter and energy
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘optisches Phänomen'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family