spectroscopy
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
The study of how matter absorbs or gives off light and other radiation, often used to identify what a substance is made of.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "_____ allowed scientists to determine the chemical makeup of stars without ever visiting them."
Answer: spectroscopy
In your own words, what does "spectroscopy" mean?
The study of how matter absorbs or gives off light and other radiation, often used to identify what a substance is made of.
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