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RossIridescent glass shimmers due to the presence of a thin coating of metal oxides on its surface. This coating diffracts light, creating colorful patterns and a shimmering effect as light passes through the glass. The thickness and composition of the coating determine the specific colors and intensity of the shimmer.
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What is the iridescent coat on the retina that makes animal's eyes glow green at night?
Tapetum lucidum
Use iridescent in a sentence?
The soap bubbles appeared iridescent in the sunlight, displaying a beautiful range of colors as they floated through the air.
When was carnival glass made?
Carnival glass was first produced in the early 1900s, around the 1900s-1930s, as a low-cost alternative to traditional hand-cut glassware. It gained popularity during the Great Depression due to its affordability and colorful iridescent finish.
What instrument makes things appear larger?
A magnifying glass is an optical instrument that makes objects appear larger by bending and focusing light rays.
To shine with a unsteady light?
To flicker or shimmer erratically.
