Scintillation

ENZH

What Does Scintillation Mean?

  • 闪烁
  • 闪耀
  • 闪闪发光

Scintillation Pronunciation

/ˌsɪn.tɪˈleɪ.ʃən/

Scintillation Definition

noun

Definition

The act of emitting flashes of light or the light emitted in such a way; often used in the context of astronomy or physics.

In ZH

发出闪光的行为或以这种方式发出的光;通常用于天文学或物理学的上下文中。

How to Use Scintillation in a Sentence

  • The scintillation of stars can be observed on clear nights.
  • In physics, scintillation refers to the flash of light produced when certain materials are excited by radiation.
  • The scintillation counter is an important tool in detecting nuclear radiation.
  • Scintillation can affect the visibility of celestial objects from Earth.
  • The effects of scintillation are particularly pronounced in astronomical observations.