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“Phosphorescence” or “Phosphorescents”

phosphorescence / phosphorescents are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

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Definitions

What each term means

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phosphorescence f·AA·s·f·er·EH·s·ah·n·s

  • nouna fluorescence that persists after the bombarding radiation has ceased.

phosphorescents

No dictionary entry for this spelling — see the usage examples below for how it shows up in writing.

Usage

Examples in context

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“phosphorescence”

  • Phosphor thermometry, measuring temperature using phosphorescence
  • …innovative experiments in electrical lighting, phosphorescence, x-ray generation, high frequency alternating…
  • Phosphorescence, photoluminescence as a result of…
  • …to make them glow with phosphorescence; finally, Jordan tracked safecrackers by…

“phosphorescents”

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