Phosphor: meaning, definitions and examples

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phosphor

 

[ หˆfษ‘s.fษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

chemical element

Phosphor is a chemical element with the symbol P and atomic number 15. It is primarily found in nature in the form of phosphates and is essential for life. Phosphor is commonly used in fertilizers, detergents, and in the production of phosphor compounds for illuminating products such as fluorescent lamps and cathode ray tubes. It exists in several allotropes, including white, red, and black phosphorus. The element is highly reactive and must be handled with care.

Synonyms

chemical element, phosphate, phosphorus

Examples of usage

  • Phosphor is crucial for plant growth.
  • The phosphor in the light bulb helps it to glow.
  • Scientists are researching new uses for phosphor compounds.

Translations

Translations of the word "phosphor" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fรณsforo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเคพเคธเฅเคซเฅ‹เคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Phosphor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ fosfor

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ะพัั„ะพั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ fosfor

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒชใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท phosphore

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fรณsforo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท fosfor

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ููˆุณููˆุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fosfor

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ fosfor

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฃท

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ fosfor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fosfรณr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ะพัั„ะพั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒแƒกแƒคแƒแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fosfor

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fรณsforo

Etymology

The term 'phosphor' originates from the Latin word 'phosphorus', which means 'light-bringer.' The element phosphorus itself was discovered in 1669 by the German alchemist Hennig Brand, who stumbled upon it while attempting to create the Philosopher's Stone from urine. Since its discovery, phosphorus has played a crucial role in various industries, particularly in agriculture where phosphates are key components of fertilizers. The term 'phosphor' has also been used historically in the context of luminescent materials, as certain phosphors emit light when exposed to radiation or electricity. Over the years, the understanding and uses of phosphor have expanded significantly, with applications in electronics and lighting technologies becoming particularly prominent in contemporary times.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,169, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.