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opacityRefers to being "opaque," which means to prevent light from shining through. For example, in an image editing program, the opacity level for some function might range from completely transparent (0) to completely opaque (100). opacity 1. the state or quality of being opaque 2. an opaque object or substance 3. Physics Photog the ratio of the intensity of light incident on a medium, such as a photographic film, to that transmitted through the medium 4. Logic Philosophy the property of being an opaque context How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Carbohydrate intake and glycemic index in relation to the odds of early cortical and nuclear lens opacities. Radio-logic studies may suggest the diagnosis if scalloped nodular calcified opacities are seen in the submucosa. Our study showed a weak increase in the overall risk of opacities as lifetime exposure to the sun increase," Collman and her colleagues write in the November AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH. |
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