Irradiance
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪˈɹeɪ.di.əns/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Irradiance is a noun meaning The act of irradiating; emission of rays of light.
Meaning
The act of irradiating; emission of rays of light.
More Meanings
- That which irradiates or is irradiated; lustre; splendour; brilliancy.
- (physics) The radiant power received by unit area of surface.
Example Sentences
The geometry of the cone θ and the irradiance at the image of the carbon block were used to determine the absolute steradiancy of the energy in the cone θ as a radiometer calibration value.
Word Forms
- irradiances
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include irradiation, radiation, light, illumination, reach, outreach.
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