Pronunciation: /æbˈsɔːrpʃən ˈspɛktrəm/
noun a range of wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation or sound which a substance absorbs
A1 An absorption spectrum is a way to show how much light is absorbed by a substance.
A2 Scientists use absorption spectra to identify different elements in a sample.
B1 The absorption spectrum of a molecule can provide valuable information about its structure.
B2 Analyzing the absorption spectrum of a star can reveal its chemical composition.
C1 Researchers can use sophisticated equipment to study the absorption spectrum of complex compounds.
C2 Understanding the absorption spectrum of a material is crucial for designing new technologies.
formal The scientist analyzed the absorption spectrum of the compound to determine its molecular structure.
informal I was checking out the absorption spectrum of this new material - it's pretty interesting stuff!
slang I don't really get all that absorption spectrum stuff, but it looks cool.
figurative Her absorption spectrum of emotions was wide-ranging, from joy to sorrow.
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