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What is phosphorescence?
A. A material that absorbs lots of light
B. A material that we
C. A material that

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Answer (1)

Phosphorescence is the phenomenon where materials absorb light and gradually re-emit it, lasting longer than fluorescence. It involves electron transitions to a metastable state before returning to the original state. Common applications include glow-in-the-dark products. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-06

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