PLEOCHROISM
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Pleochroism.
Pleochroism - as a noun
The phenomenon of different colors appearing when certain crystals are viewed from different directions
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
optical phenomenonHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The pleochroism of the gemstone alexandrite causes it to appear green in daylight and red in artificial light."
"The mineral tourmaline shows pleochroism, displaying different colors along its length."
"Geologists often use the property of pleochroism to distinguish between similar-looking minerals."
"The pleochroism of certain crystals is caused by variations in the absorption of light."
"Certain gemstones, such as tanzanite, exhibit pleochroism and can display different colors depending on the angle of observation."
Word Game Points
Is PLEOCHROISM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pleochroism is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PLEOCHROISM has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.
Is PLEOCHROISM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pleochroism is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPLEOCHROISM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.
Is PLEOCHROISM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pleochroism is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPLEOCHROISM has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.
