LuminescenceDefinition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luminescence) Luminescence is emission of light by a substance not resulting from heat; it is thus a form of cold body radiation. It can be caused by chemical reactions, electrical energy, subatomic motions, or stress on a crystal. (Wikipedia) Preferred Units: N/A Scope Note: N/A This term is used for the following terms: N/A Approved Date 23-Oct-2013 Click here to give feedback on this term or suggest an update. |