Actinometer (Noun)
Meaning
An instrument for measuring the intensity of electromagnetic radiation (usually by the photochemical effect).
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- An actinometer is a device used to quantify the amount of electromagnetic radiation that reaches the Earth's surface over a specific period of time.
- The researchers employed an actinometer to measure the UV radiation levels in the areas surrounding the factories.
- Scientists utilize an actinometer to evaluate the efficacy of various materials in filtering harmful ultraviolet rays from sunlight.
- An actinometer was installed at the solar power plant to monitor variations in solar radiation levels throughout the year.
- By using an actinometer, environmentalists can track the changes in UV radiation levels resulting from increased air pollution and deforestation in the region.