fluorescence
Translation
fluorescence, luminescence
Examples
The fluorescence of the mineral was amazing under UV light.
The fluorescence of the mineral was amazing under UV light.
Fluorescence is used in many scientific instruments.
Fluorescence is used in many scientific instruments.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) fluorescence of (sth.) the property of absorbing light and then emitting it at a different wavelength The fluorescence of the mineral was bright.
Similar Words
Synonyms: luminescence, glow, phosphorescence
Etymology
From 'fluor-spar' (the mineral fluorite) which glows, plus the suffix '-escence' denoting a process.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'fluorescent' light. It uses the principle of fluorescence to glow.