depolarization

depolarization: 1. Reducing or randomizing the polarization of an electromagnetic wave. Note: Depolarization may be caused by transmission through a nonhomogeneous medium or a depolarizer. (188) 2. Prevention of polarization in an electric cell or battery. (188)

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