Vocabulary Entry

phosphoresce

|verb • noun

verb

To emit light without producing heat, usually after being exposed to radiation.

Example Sentences

"The glow-in-the-dark stickers phosphoresce after being exposed to sunlight."

"Certain minerals in the cave can phosphoresce, creating an otherworldly glow."

"The researchers observed how the materials phosphoresce in different light conditions."

noun

Example Sentences

"The phosphorescence of the clock's hands allows you to see the time in the dark."

"They studied the phosphorescence of the jellyfish as part of their marine biology project."

"The phosphorescence created a beautiful glow in the dark, captivating everyone at the event."