noun
thin-film interference
Technical term in optics and physics; refers to the interference pattern produced by light reflecting off the top and bottom surfaces of a thin film.
シャボン玉の色は薄膜干渉によって生じる。
The colors of a soap bubble are caused by thin-film interference.
薄膜干渉の原理は光
The principle of thin-film interference is applied in optical coatings.