index ellipsoid

A three-dimensional representation of the refractive indices of an isotropic, uniaxial, or biaxial material, where the length of each axis is proportional to the refractive index of that material along that axis.

Synonyms: optical indicatrix

See also: birefringence , polarized light , polarized light microscopy

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複屈折の原理

分子的に規則正しい配列を持つ透明な物質で発生する、光の二重屈折について