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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

spectrally

IPA: /ˈspɛktrəli/

KK: /ˈspɛktrəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to or resembles a spectrum, often used in contexts involving light or sound waves.

Example: The colors of the rainbow can be described spectrally, showing a range of wavelengths.

spectrogram

IPA: /ˈspɛktrəˌɡræm/

KK: /spɛkˈtrɒɡræm/

noun

Definition: A visual representation that shows the different frequencies of sound or light, often used in scientific analysis.

Example: The scientist used a spectrogram to analyze the sound waves produced by the bird.

spectrograph

IPA: //ˈspɛktrəˌɡræf//

KK: /ˈspɛktrəˌgræf/

noun

Definition: An instrument used to separate and record different wavelengths of light or sound, allowing scientists to analyze the spectrum of the radiation.

Example: The astronomer used a spectrograph to study the light from distant stars.

spectrographic

IPA: /ˌspɛk.trəˈɡræf.ɪk/

KK: /spɛktrəˈgræfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the use of spectrographs, which are instruments that analyze light and other electromagnetic radiation to produce a spectrum.

Example: The scientist used a spectrographic analysis to study the composition of the star's light.

spectrography

IPA: /ˌspɛk.trəˈɡrɑː.fi/

KK: /spɛkˈtrɒɡrəfi/

noun

Definition: The practice of using a device called a spectrograph to analyze the spectrum of light or other electromagnetic radiation.

Example: Spectrography is essential in studying the composition of distant stars.

spectrometer

IPA: /spɛkˈtrɒmɪtə/

KK: /spɛkˈtrɒmɪtə/

noun

Definition: A device that measures the different wavelengths of light or other emissions, often used in scientific analysis.

Example: The scientist used a spectrometer to analyze the light spectrum from the star.

spectrometric

IPA: /ˌspɛk.trəˈmɛt.rɪk/

KK: /spɛktrəˈmɛtrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the measurement of light or other radiation using a device called a spectrometer.

Example: The spectrometric analysis revealed the composition of the unknown substance.

spectrometry

IPA: /spɛkˈtrɒmətri/

KK: /spɛkˈtrɒmətri/

noun

Definition: The process of measuring the wavelengths of light or other electromagnetic radiation to analyze the structure of molecules.

Example: Scientists use spectrometry to identify the composition of substances in a sample.

spectroscope

IPA: //ˈspɛktrəˌskoʊp//

KK: /ˈspɛktrəˌskoʊp/

noun

Definition: A tool used to create and study the different colors of light that come from objects, helping to analyze their properties.

Example: The scientist used a spectroscope to examine the light emitted by the star.

spectroscopic

IPA: /ˌspɛk.trəˈskɒp.ɪk/

KK: /spɛktrəˈskɒpɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the study of the interaction between light and matter, often using instruments to analyze the spectrum of light.

Example: The scientists used a spectroscopic method to analyze the chemical composition of the stars.

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