The adjustment of the eye to variations in the intensity of light. Light adaptation is the adjustment of the eye when the light threshold is increased; DARK ADAPTATION when the light is greatly reduced. (From Cline et al., Dictionary of Visual Science, 4th ed)
Here are entered works on the modification or accommodation of liturgical forms to reflect particular cultural and social conditions and to meet the need for a diversity of religious rites and forms
The degree of approximation or fit of filling material or dental prosthetic to the tooth surface. A close marginal adaptation and seal at the interface is important for successful dental restorations
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Marine animals -- Adaptation : Adaptation and evolution in marine environments. Volume 2 : the impacts of global change on biodiversity / Guido di Prisco, Cinzia Verde, editors
Marine organisms -- Adaptation -- Polar regions : Adaptation and evolution in marine environments. Volume 1, The impacts of global change on biodiversity / Guido di Prisco, Cinzia Verde, editors
A state of harmony between internal needs and external demands and the processes used in achieving this condition. (From APA Thesaurus of Psychological Index Terms, 8th ed)
Adaptation of the person to the social environment. Adjustment may take place by adapting the self to the environment or by changing the environment. (From Campbell, Psychiatric Dictionary, 1996)