Definitions of scintillation
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(physics) a flash of light that is produced in a phosphor when it absorbs a photon or ionizing particle
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light, visible light, visible radiation
(physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation
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light, visible light, visible radiation
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the quality of shining with a bright reflected light
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brightness
the location of a visual perception along a continuum from black to white
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brightness
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a rapid change in brightness; a brief spark or flash
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alteration, change, modification
an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
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alteration, change, modification
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the twinkling of the stars caused when changes in the density of the earth's atmosphere produce uneven refraction of starlight
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fluctuation, wavering
the quality of being unsteady and subject to changes
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fluctuation, wavering
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a brilliant display of wit
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brilliance, genius
unusual mental ability
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brilliance, genius
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