Aberration

An aberration is something that deviates from the normal way.

Aberration may refer to:

In 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

In 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