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

Social media, partisan polarization and politicization of institutions have fueled an erosion of trust across society.

From Los Angeles Times

In an era of political polarization, Americans are hungry for pragmatic solutions that transcend partisan gridlock.

From Salon