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Radiometry: meaning, definitions and examples

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radiometry

 

[ ˌreɪdiˈɒmətri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

scientific measurement

Radiometry is the science of measuring electromagnetic radiation, including visible light. It involves quantifying the properties of radiation, such as intensity, power, and energy. Radiometry is essential in various fields, including astronomy, optics, and environmental science, as it helps in understanding the behavior of electromagnetic waves. The measurements obtained in radiometry are typically expressed in terms of power per unit area and wavelength.

Synonyms

electromagnetic measurement, light measurement, radiation measurement

Examples of usage

  • Radiometry is crucial for calibrating optical systems.
  • The radiometry of sunlight is studied to understand climate change.
  • Experts use radiometry to assess the radiation environment in space.

Translations

Translations of the word "radiometry" in other languages:

🇵🇹 radiometria

🇮🇳 रेडियोमेट्री

🇩🇪 Radiometrie

🇮🇩 radiometri

🇺🇦 радіометрія

🇵🇱 radiometria

🇯🇵 放射線測定学

🇫🇷 radiométrie

🇪🇸 radiometría

🇹🇷 radyometri

🇰🇷 방사선 측정학

🇸🇦 القياس الإشعاعي

🇨🇿 radiometrie

🇸🇰 radiometria

🇨🇳 辐射测量学

🇸🇮 radiometrija

🇮🇸 geislunafræði

🇰🇿 радиометрия

🇬🇪 რადოიმეტრია

🇦🇿 radiometriya

🇲🇽 radiometría

Etymology

The term 'radiometry' is derived from two roots: 'radio-', relating to radiation, and '-metry', which comes from the Greek word 'metron', meaning measure. The concept emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries when the understanding of electromagnetic waves developed significantly. Scientists began using radiometric techniques to measure light and other forms of radiation, contributing to advances in various scientific disciplines. Radiometry became increasingly important in areas such as optics, telecommunications, and astrophysics, as the need for precise measurements of radiation grew. The evolution of technologies like photodetectors and radiometers has facilitated more accurate and widespread applications of radiometry in both research and industry.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,943 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.