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Florescent: meaning, definitions and examples

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florescent

 

[ fluษ™หˆresษ™nt ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

light emission

Fluorescent refers to a process where a substance emits light after absorbing radiation. This phenomenon occurs when the absorbed energy excites electrons to higher energy levels. Upon returning to their original state, these electrons release energy in the form of visible light. Fluorescent materials are widely used in lamps and other lighting applications due to their efficiency and brightness. The characteristic glow of these materials makes them popular in various decorative and functional items.

Synonyms

glowing, luminous, radiant

Examples of usage

  • Fluorescent lights are energy-efficient and long-lasting.
  • The fluorescent markers are perfect for highlighting important text.
  • She wore a fluorescent vest for visibility during the event.
  • In the dark, the fluorescent colors appeared to glow.

Translations

Translations of the word "florescent" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fluorescente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเฅเคฒเฅ‹เคฐเฅ‹เคธเฅ‡เค‚เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช fluoreszierend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ fluoresen

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ะปัƒะพั€ะตัั†ะตะฝั‚ะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ fluorescencyjny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่›ๅ…‰ใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fluorescent

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fluorescente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท floresan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ˜•๊ด‘์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุชุฃู„ู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fluorescenฤnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ fluorescenฤnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่งๅ…‰็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ fluorescenฤen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ ljรณmandi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ะปัƒะพั€ะตัั†ะตะฝั‚ั‚ั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒšแƒฃแƒแƒ แƒ”แƒกแƒชแƒ”แƒœแƒขแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ floresan

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fluorescente

Word origin

The term 'fluorescent' originates from the mineral 'fluorite', which was discovered to emit light when exposed to certain types of radiation. The name derives from the Latin word 'fluere', meaning 'to flow', reflecting how the energy flows from an absorbed state back to the normal state, emitting visible light in the process. The scientific study of fluorescence began in the 19th century when researchers explored the properties of minerals and their interactions with ultraviolet light. The term gained prominence in the field of physics and chemistry as awareness of the phenomenon spread. By the early 20th century, the development of fluorescent lamps, which utilized this principle, revolutionized indoor lighting. The bright, energy-efficient glow of fluorescent lights quickly became popular in homes, offices, and commercial spaces. As technology advanced, fluorescent materials were also used in various applications such as safety equipment, art supplies, and even in biological research, greatly influencing many industries.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,306, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.