DIFFUSION OF LIGHT
\dɪfjˈuːʒən ɒv lˈa͡ɪt], \dɪfjˈuːʒən ɒv lˈaɪt], \d_ɪ_f_j_ˈuː_ʒ_ə_n ɒ_v l_ˈaɪ_t]\
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The irregular reflection of light rays from the surface of an unpolished body. Part of the rays falling upon such a body are absorbed, part are reflected in every direction, the wave length of the rays that are so reflected determining the color of the body. The general diffused brightness of daylight is due to the d. of light falling upon clouds, particles floating in the air, and terrestrial objects
By Smith Ely Jelliffe
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hydromorphic
- [Greek] Structurally adapted to an aquatic environment, as organs of water plants.