Definition of Phosphorescence
1. Noun. A fluorescence that persists after the bombarding radiation has ceased.
Definition of Phosphorescence
1. n. The quality or state of being phosphorescent; or the act of phosphorescing.
Definition of Phosphorescence
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Medical Definition of Phosphorescence
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1. Emission of light following absorption of radiation. Emitted light is of longer wavelength than the exciting radiation and is a result of decay of electrons from the triplet to the ground state. Lasts longer than fluorescence electron decay from singlet to ground state) and occurs after a longer delay.
2. Popularly misused as a term for biological luminescence, for example by fireflies.
(31 Dec 1997)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Phosphorescence
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