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An aberration is something that deviates from the normal way.
Aberration may refer to:
Optics and physics[]
- Optical aberration, an imperfection in image formation by an optical system
- Spherical aberration, which occurs when light rays strike a lens or mirror near its edge
- Chromatic aberration, caused by differences in refractive index for different wavelengths of light
- Defocus aberration, which occurs when a system is out of focus
- Aberration of light, which produces an apparent motion of celestial objects
- Relativistic aberration, at high velocities
Genetics[]
- Chromosome abnormality, or aberration, a disruption in the normal chromosomal content of a cell
Entertainment[]
- Aberration (Dungeons & Dragons), a creature type in the role-playing game
- Aberration (film), a horror movie
- Aberration (EP)
See also[]
- Aberrant, a superhero roleplaying game by White Wolf Game Studio
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