Schlieren
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈʃlɪɹ.ən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Schlieren is a noun meaning Regions of a fluid having different refractive index because of their different density.
Meaning
Regions of a fluid having different refractive index because of their different density.
More Meanings
- (geology) Irregular streaks of different composition in some igneous rocks.
Word Forms
- schliere
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include shadowgraph, refraction, dispersion, birefringence, photorefraction, constringence.
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