polarization

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Because photons behave according to quantum mechanics, their polarization cannot be measured without leaving detectable traces.

From Science Daily

XL-Calibur is designed to measure the polarization of light, a property that describes the orientation of electromagnetic vibrations.

From Science Daily

Instead of relying on magnetic or electric polarization states, these materials contain vortices of electric dipoles.

From Science Daily

Not only is there greater polarization and intransigence in Congress, but the paper-thin Republican margin, the personalities of key players, and the outside pressures on both parties make compromise harder to reach.

From Los Angeles Times

Nationally, the B.J.P. has had success in using religious polarization to unite Hindus and minimize caste divides.

From New York Times