Luminescence

Pronunciation: /ˌluːməˈnɛsəns/

Luminescence (noun)

  1. Light produced by a substance without high heat, often seen as a soft glow.
  2. Emission of light caused by chemical or physical processes, such as energy release in materials.

Examples

  • The cave walls showed a natural light glow at night.
  • Plants can create a natural light glow in dark gardens.