Absorption of Light

Definition: Absorption is the transformation of the photon energy from electromagnetic radiation (such as visible or near-infrared light) into another form of internal energy by an atom or a molecule. In an absorbing medium, absorption reduces the amount of light as the light passes through the medium.

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References: https://doi.org/10.1036/1097-8542.001600

Related terms: Light Intensity