2006-12-04 12:12:02 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
opalescence- The property of combined refraction and reflection of light, resulting in smoky tints.
2006-12-05 18:01:25 · answer #1 · answered by glow 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Opalescence
(n.) A reflection of a milky or pearly light from the interior of a mineral, as in the moonstone; the state or quality of being opalescent.
2006-12-04 12:19:48 · answer #2 · answered by Angel Wings 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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opalescent |ˌōpəˈlesənt| adjective showing varying colors as an opal does.
DERIVATIVES opalescence noun
2006-12-04 12:15:23 · answer #3 · answered by fender_goddess711 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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Effect seen in a few minerals, chiefly opal (hence its name) which cause it to exhibit a glimmer of different colors when rotated or seen in different angles. Opalescent describes mineral exhibiting this effect.
the trait of a white surface having iridescence and resembles the colours in an opal
A play of color, similar to that of an opal.
2006-12-04 12:16:43 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
opalescence means having an irridescence of a precious or semi precious gem
2006-12-04 12:16:20 · answer #5 · answered by maww50 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-12-04 12:24:50 · answer #6 · answered by ejf g 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2006-12-04 12:13:25 · answer #7 · answered by Yume Kid 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
a pearl like sheen on something
2006-12-04 12:13:43 · answer #8 · answered by cassiepiehoney 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋