fluorescence

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Emission of electromagnetic radiation, usually visible light, caused by excitation of atoms in a material, which then reemit almost immediately. The initial excitation is usually caused by absorption of energy from incident radiation or particles, such as X-rays or electrons.
fluorescence
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024