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Topic: Inventions

fluorescently

IPA: /flɔˈrɛsəntli/

KK: /flɔˈrɛsəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that involves or relates to fluorescence, which is the emission of light by a substance that has absorbed light or other electromagnetic radiation.

Example: The signs glowed fluorescently in the dark, making them easy to see.

fluorescer

IPA: /flɔˈrɛsə/

KK: /flɔˈrɛsər/

noun

Definition: A substance that emits light when exposed to radiation, often used in lighting and displays.

Example: The fluorescer in the lamp makes it glow brightly in the dark.

fluoric

IPA: /ˈflʊərɪk/

KK: /ˈflʊərɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or derived from the chemical element fluorine, often used in chemistry and materials science.

Example: The fluoric compounds are essential in various industrial applications.

fluorimeter

IPA: /ˈflʊə.rɪˌmiː.tər/

KK: /flʊəˈrɪmətər/

noun

Definition: An instrument used to measure the intensity of fluorescent light emitted from a sample when it is exposed to a specific wavelength of light.

Example: The scientist used a fluorimeter to analyze the samples for their fluorescent properties.

fluorimetric

IPA: /ˌflʊə.rɪˈmɛ.trɪk/

KK: /flʊəˈrɪmɛtrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or using fluorometry, a technique for measuring the fluorescence of a substance.

Example: The fluorimetric analysis revealed the presence of trace elements in the sample.

fluorimetry

IPA: /ˌflʊə.rɪˈmɪt.ri/

KK: /flɔːrɪˈmɛtri/

noun

Definition: A scientific method used to measure the intensity of fluorescent light emitted by a substance when it is exposed to light of a specific wavelength.

Example: Fluorimetry is commonly used in laboratories to analyze the concentration of substances in a solution.

fluorin

IPA: /ˈflʊərɪn/

KK: /ˈflʊərɪn/

noun

Definition: A chemical element that is a pale greenish-yellow gas with a strong odor, known for being highly reactive and difficult to isolate.

Example: Fluorin is used in various chemical reactions due to its reactivity.

fluorinate

IPA: /ˈflʊə.rɪ.neɪt/

KK: /ˈflʊərəˌneɪt/

verb

Definition: To add fluorine to a substance or compound, often to change its properties or enhance its performance.

Example: The chemist decided to fluorinate the compound to improve its stability.

fluorinated

IPA: /ˈflʊə.rɪ.neɪ.tɪd/

KK: /ˈflʊərəˌneɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a compound that has had one or more hydrogen atoms replaced by fluorine atoms, or that has been treated with fluorine or hydrofluoric acid.

Example: The chemist worked with fluorinated compounds to improve their stability.

verb

Definition: To treat or combine a substance with fluorine or fluorine compounds.

Example: The chemical was fluorinated to enhance its properties.

fluorination

IPA: /ˌflʊə.rɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

KK: /flʊəˈrɪneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A chemical process that adds fluorine to a substance or compound.

Example: The fluorination of the compound improved its stability and reactivity.

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