Newton's rings
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Etymology
[edit]Named after Isaac Newton.
Noun
[edit]Newton's rings pl (plural only)
- (physics) A pattern of interference of light characterized by concentric rings that is caused by light's reflection from two surfaces, one of which is usually round.