Structural colouration in nature: mechanism, measurement, biological significance, and industrial applications

Yagnik, Akshara and Uma, Divya and Mallik, Proteep C. V. (2025) Structural colouration in nature: mechanism, measurement, biological significance, and industrial applications. Resonance, 30 (8). pp. 1077-1090. ISSN 0973-712X

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Abstract

In this article, we briefly review the concept, mechanism, quantification, and functional significance of structural colours. The feathers of the peacock’s tail are taken as an example to quantify iridescent structural colours. We review how structural colours can be measured in the Indian college lab setting, and illustrate some simple interdisciplinary experiments that students of physics, biology, and chemistry can perform. This article aims to help readers understand the importance of non-pigmentary colours present in nature and their applications in industry.

Item Type:	Article
Authors:	Yagnik, Akshara and Uma, Divya and Mallik, Proteep C. V.
Document Language:	Language English
Subjects:	Natural Sciences > Physics Natural Sciences > Chemistry & allied sciences Natural Sciences > Life sciences; biology
Divisions:	Azim Premji University - Bengaluru > School of Arts and Sciences
Full Text Status:	None
URI:	http://publications.azimpremjiuniversity.edu.in/id/eprint/6891
Publisher URL:	https://doi.org/10.1007/s12045-025-1848-4

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