The birefringence of an object is usually obtained from its retardation. For an object of variable refractive index and optic axis orientation, a matrix procedure should be used for relating the retardation to the birefringence. There are many cases in the literature where this correct procedure has not been used. The correct procedure is illustrated for the case of a polymer spherulite.
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