Associations to the word «Bolometer»

Wiktionary

BOLOMETER, noun. (physics) A sensitive device for detecting and measuring the energy of electromagnetic radiation.

Dictionary definition

BOLOMETER, noun. An instrument that measures heat radiation; extremely sensitive.

Wise words

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