The stochastic stress-induced birefringence within plastic spoons left in the hot sun is visualized through polarization-filtered coloration (IMAGE)
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The stochastic stress-induced birefringence within plastic spoons left in the hot sun is visualized through polarization-filtered coloration. The spoons are placed between a pair of co-aligned polarizer sheets in an open-gate arrangement, with a backing of parchment paper to act as a diffuser for sunlight illumination.
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Aaron Slepkov, Trent University
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