Achromatic Prism

Pronunciation: /eɪ.krəˈmætɪk prɪzəm/

Definitions of achromatic prism

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

Example Sentences

A1 An achromatic prism is a type of optical device.

A2 The scientist used an achromatic prism to separate white light into its different colors.

B1 When light passes through an achromatic prism, it does not get separated into colors.

B2 The achromatic prism was carefully calibrated to ensure accurate results in the experiment.

C1 The achromatic prism's design allows for precise control over the dispersion of light.

C2 Researchers have developed new achromatic prism technologies for advanced spectroscopy applications.

Examples of achromatic prism in a Sentence

formal The scientist used an achromatic prism to separate the different wavelengths of light for analysis.

informal I found this cool achromatic prism that can split light into its different colors.

slang Check out this achromatic prism, it's like magic for light!

figurative The achromatic prism acted as a metaphorical bridge between science and art in the exhibit.

Grammatical Forms of achromatic prism

• plural: achromatic prisms
• comparative: more achromatic prism
• superlative: most achromatic prism
• present tense: achromatic prism
• future tense: will be achromatic prism
• perfect tense: has been achromatic prism
• continuous tense: is being achromatic prism
• singular: achromatic prism
• positive degree: achromatic prism
• infinitive: to be achromatic prism
• gerund: being achromatic prism
• participle: achromatic prisms

Origin and Evolution of achromatic prism

First Known Use: 1800 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The term 'achromatic prism' was coined to describe a prism that does not disperse light into its component colors, maintaining a uniform color throughout.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the field of optics to refer to a specific type of prism, the term 'achromatic prism' has since evolved to also describe any device or material that does not exhibit chromatic aberration in the dispersion of light.