as in glow
the steady giving off of the form of radiation that makes vision possible
studied the fluorescence of certain elements
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Recent Examples of fluorescence
To map the molecular structure of the scorpions’ weaponry, the researchers used high-resolution scanning electron microscopy coupled with micro-X-ray fluorescence imaging.
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Jacek Krywko,
ArsTechnica,
1 May 2026
The luciferase catalyzes the oxidation of luciferin, producing blue light, which GFP then absorbs and re-emits as green fluorescence.
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Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Apr. 2026
The Scripps Research team used minimal fluorescence photon flux super-resolution microscopy to explore the difference between the two proteins.
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Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
Notably, the chain catshark’s fluorescence doesn’t appear uniformly across its body.
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Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for fluorescence
Jacek Krywko,
ArsTechnica,
1 May 2026
The luciferase catalyzes the oxidation of luciferin, producing blue light, which GFP then absorbs and re-emits as green fluorescence.
—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Apr. 2026
The Scripps Research team used minimal fluorescence photon flux super-resolution microscopy to explore the difference between the two proteins.
—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
Notably, the chain catshark’s fluorescence doesn’t appear uniformly across its body.
—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for fluorescence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fluorescence
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From date night sightings and courtside appearances to red carpets, this era has brought a noticeable glow to her style.
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There are books and wine bottles as decor on the ledges, and a glow of warm lighting.
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This variable star is also located 250 light-years from Earth, but is sadly lost from view in the glare of the sun during the summer months.
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Meanwhile, Warren’s second pitch of that plate appearance made for some chin music — more so than the one that Contreras walked on — and earned a glare from the batter.
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Videos from these gatherings showing chanting crowds beneath concert lights, audience members crying, hugging strangers and dancing barefoot have racked up millions of views online.
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Details about the couple's big day, continue to come to light – from Swift's wedding dress to possible performances at the celebration.
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Then buff the steel with a dry cloth, wiping in the same direction as the metal's grain to bring back that gleam.
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After a while, though, all the professions of sincerity and thanks, the constant invocations of the one true POTUS, and the worshipful exhibits upstairs give the whole place a cultish, nostalgic gleam.
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Her exhibit design vision, envisaged in partnership with partner Paul Cournet and his studio Cloud, incorporated luminescence and hues that radiated from the gems, dictating the color palette of purple, green, yellow and pink.
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In a new study published in PLOS, researchers analyzed 161 fossils with a new rapid and non-destructive protocol, based on stimulating the bone remains with an external energy source, called luminescence.
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The citywide experience will consist of landmark illuminations, exhibitions, immersive fan activations, and collaborations with local communities and businesses.
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Inside, a string of skylights will provide almost all the natural illumination the library would ever need, held up by walls made solely of compressed earth.
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“Fluorescence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fluorescence. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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