Phosphor
Pronunciation: /ˈfɑːˌsfɔːr/
Phosphor (noun)
- A substance that glows when energy hits it, used in screens and lamps.
- A layer inside a display that produces visible light from an incoming signal.
- A compound that can store energy and release it as light over time.
Examples
- The phosphor glows when it is hit by radiation.
- This phosphor emits light after the power is turned on.