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spectral

[spek-truhl] / ˈspɛk trəl /


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Because the system uses repeating optical patterns, its spectral bandwidth can theoretically be extended almost without limit.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 23, 2026

Chuck Close crafted a spectral self-portrait that almost appears like you’re looking at it through 3-D glasses, so convincing is its illusion of depth.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026

To accomplish this, the researchers arranged optical components with repeating spectral responses in a sequence.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 23, 2026

According to the researchers, the necessary spectral resolution for this kind of analysis is currently available only through ground-based telescopes.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 14, 2026

It sounded so wrong, like butterfly jam, or spectral steaks.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor


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