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Kerr Cell

A Kerr Cell is an electro-optic device that changes the polarization state of light passing through it when an electrical voltage is applied. It consists of a transparent material, typically a crystal or a glass, with an electrically conductive coating on its surface.

Sense 1: Noun - Physics

Example sentence: The Kerr cell is widely used in scientific experiments to study the effects of light polarization.

Sense 2: Noun - Telecommunications

Example sentence: Kerr cells are key components in modern fiber optic communication systems, allowing for efficient modulation of light signals.

Sense 3: Noun - Electronics

Example sentence: The Kerr cell is utilized in imaging devices to enhance the resolution and contrast of images by manipulating light polarization.

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