TERMIUM Plus®

The Government of Canada’s terminology and linguistic data bank.

ACOUSTOOPTIC DIFFRACTION [1 record]

Record 1 2001-11-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Computer Graphics
DEF

Light diffracted by a solid (usually quartz in crystal or fused form) traversed by acoustic waves.

OBS

If the ultrasonic wavelength is larger than the diameter of the light beam, the diffraction orders are practically superimposed and the beam is refracted sinusoidally. If the wavelength is smaller than the diameter of the light beam, pronounced diffraction occurs.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Infographie

Spanish

Save record 1

Copyright notice for the TERMIUM Plus® data bank

© Public Services and Procurement Canada, 2024
TERMIUM Plus®, the Government of Canada's terminology and linguistic data bank
A product of the Translation Bureau

Features

Language Portal of Canada

Access a collection of Canadian resources on all aspects of English and French, including quizzes.

Writing tools

The Language Portal’s writing tools have a new look! Easy to consult, they give you access to a wealth of information that will help you write better in English and French.

Glossaries and vocabularies

Access Translation Bureau glossaries and vocabularies.

Date Modified: