Definition

A method used in science to measure and analyze the light emitted by substances when they are exposed to light, helping to identify and quantify small amounts of those substances.

Example

The scientist used fluorometry to analyze the samples for contaminants.

Conversation

Have you heard about the method called fluorometry?

Yeah, I think it's used to analyze small samples, right?

Exactly! It's pretty fascinating how they can detect substances with fluorescence.

I know! I’d love to learn more about how it works.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fluorometry → It is formed from "fluoro-" (from Greek "fluoros", meaning to flow or to be luminous) and "-metry" (from Greek "metron", meaning measure). The word refers to the measurement of fluorescence, or the light emitted by a substance when it is exposed to radiation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'fluoro-' meaning something that 'flows' or 'is luminous' and '-metry' meaning 'to measure'. This helps you remember that fluorometry is about measuring the light emitted by substances.

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