Definition

A device used to measure changes in the atmosphere, often by detecting light or radiation.

Example

The scientist used a scintillometer to monitor atmospheric conditions during the experiment.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a scintillometer?

Yeah, I think it's used to measure atmospheric conditions, right?

Exactly! I read that it can detect fluctuations in the atmosphere.

That's really cool! I didn't know it had such specific uses.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Scintillometer → It is formed from "scintilla" (from Latin, meaning spark or small particle) and "-meter" (from Greek "metron", meaning measure). The word refers to an instrument that measures small particles or sparks, typically in the context of radiation detection.

Memory Tip

Think of 'scintilla' meaning spark, and remember that a scintillometer measures those tiny sparks or particles.

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