"Tyndall effect" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: From John Tyndall, Irish natural philosopher. Head templates: {{en-noun|?}} Tyndall effect
  1. (physics) The visible scattering of light along the path of a beam caused by discontinuities such as suspended particles. Wikipedia link: John Tyndall, Tyndall effect Translations (Translations): efeito Tyndall [masculine] (Portuguese)
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