alloclase

/ɔːloʊkˈleɪz, ɑːloʊkˈleɪz/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of glass used in the manufacture of optical instruments, characterized by its high density and low thermal expansion coefficient.

“The telescope’s lens was made from a high-quality alloclase glass to minimize distortion and ensure accurate observations.”

Synonyms

  • dense glass
  • high-density glass

Antonyms

  • light glass
  • low-density glass