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fluorescence

[floo-res-uhns, flaw-, floh-] / flʊˈrɛs əns, flɔ-, floʊ- /
NOUN
luminosity
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STRONG


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The researchers emphasize that their technology is intended to complement fluorescence microscopy rather than replace it.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026

The researchers also found that a relatively inexpensive handheld X-ray fluorescence scanner could readily detect lead based ink in a burned scroll.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 26, 2026

X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy scans identified the chemical elements that make up the painting, including lead.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026

One of these methods is X-ray fluorescence imaging.

From Science Daily ● Jun. 6, 2026

Coach Harper, meanwhile, is standing in front of a mirror, her reflection shielded from the fluorescence by a rainbow of soft colors over her head.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins


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