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Noun: Tyndall effect  'tin-d(u)l i'fekt
  1. The scattering of light by colloidal particles in its path, making the beam visible, with scattered light appearing mainly blue
    "The Tyndall effect can be observed when sunlight enters a dusty room"

Type of: optical phenomenon

Encyclopedia: Tyndall effect