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optical rotation
noun
Definition of OPTICAL ROTATION
: the angle through which the plane of vibration of polarized light that traverses an optically active substance is rotated
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First Known Use of OPTICAL ROTATION
1895
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optical rotation
noun
Medical Definition of OPTICAL ROTATION
: the angle through which the plane of vibration of polarized light that traverses an optically active substance is rotated
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