Infrared Frequency (Noun)
Meaning
The infrared region of the electromagnetic spectrum; electromagnetic wave frequencies below the visible range; "they could sense radiation in the infrared".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The thermal imaging camera detected the high temperature by sensing the infrared frequency emitted by the fire.
- Infrared frequency measurements are taken to identify gases and their compositions in a mixture.
- This specific solid exhibits unique properties when exposed to radiation of a certain infrared frequency.
- The thermal sensor was calibrated to detect temperature changes within a specific range of the infrared frequency spectrum.
- The snake's ability to sense radiation in the infrared frequency range allowed it to locate its warm-blooded prey.