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Fluorescence

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fluorescence)

Fluorescence is the emission of light by a substance that has absorbed light or other electromagnetic radiation. It is a form of luminescence. In most cases, the emitted light has a longer wavelength, and therefore lower energy, than the absorbed radiation. (Wikipedia)

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23-Oct-2013

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