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Birefringence Calculator

Calculate birefringence from maximum and minimum RI readings.

Enter max ≥ min RI.

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How to use this calculator

Rotate the polarizer to find highest and lowest RI, then subtract.

Formula / method used

birefringence = RI(max) − RI(min)

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