Luminescence and Phosphorescence

Luminescence

Luminescence noun - The steady giving off of the form of radiation that makes vision possible.
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Synonyms for Luminescence

Phosphorescence is a synonym for luminescence in brightness topic. In some cases you can use "Phosphorescence" instead a noun "Luminescence". popular alternative

Nearby Words: luminesce, luminescent, luminescing

Phosphorescence

Phosphorescence noun - A fluorescence that persists after the bombarding radiation has ceased.

Luminescence is a synonym for phosphorescence in brightness topic. You can use "Luminescence" instead a noun "Phosphorescence". popular alternative

Nearby Words: phosphorescent, phosphorescing
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