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spectroscopy

spek-TROS-kuh-pee

spɛkˈtrɒskəpi

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spectroscopy

Dictionary meaning

The study of the interaction between matter and electromagnetic radiation; used to determine stellar composition.

Examples

  • Spectroscopy revealed the presence of helium in the star's outer layers.

Common mispronunciations

SPEK-troh-skoh-peespek-tro-SKO-pee

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