radiant energy
noun
,
Physics.
1.
energy transmitted in wave motion, especially electromagnetic wave motion.
2.
light
1
(def 2a).
Origin
1910-15
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radiant energy
And total harvested
radiant energy
efficiency should be better.
Most of the
radiant energy
from the sun is in the visible light form.
When the sun heats a roof, it's primarily the sun's
radiant energy
that makes the roof hot.
For example, in photosynthesis plants take in
radiant energy
from sunlight.
Each second, the sun releases an enormous amount of
radiant energy
into the solar system.
Deep ocean currents, waves, and winds all are a result of the sun's
radiant energy
.
radiant energy
includes visible light, x-rays, gamma rays and radio waves.
Absorption the process in which incident
radiant energy
is retained by a substance.
To protect employees who are exposed to intense
radiant energy
, begin by selecting a shade too dark to see the welding zone.
British Dictionary definitions for
radiant energy
radiant energy
noun
1.
energy that is emitted or propagated in the form of particles or electromagnetic radiation. It is measured in joules
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radiant energy
in Science
radiant energy
Energy in the form of waves, especially electromagnetic waves. Radio waves, x-rays, and visible light are all forms of radiant energy.