An optical instrument designed to observe, measure, or analyze colors and their properties in light or materials.
From Greek 'chroma' (color) + '-scope' (viewing instrument). Developed in the 19th century as scientists needed tools to study color scientifically.
A chromascope is to color study what a microscope is to tiny things—it lets researchers see exactly which wavelengths of light are being absorbed or reflected, unlocking the chemistry of color.
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