Is Phosphorescent a Noun?

Phosphorescence is light emitted after exposure to radiation, or produced by something that doesn't produce flame or heat. ... A continuing luminescence without noticeable heat, as from phosphorus when it is slowly oxidized. noun. Persistent emission of light following exposure to and removal of incident radiation.

Is phosphorescent a noun or adjective?

phosphorescent. / (ˌfɒsfəˈrɛsənt) / adjective. exhibiting or having the property of phosphorescence.

What kind of word is phosphorescent?

The word for creatures and things like lightning bugs is phosphorescent. Phosphorescent things give off hardly any heat, but they radiate light. Glow-in-the-dark toys are phosphorescent.

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