Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bathochromic
adjective
/ˌbæθəˈkrəʊmɪk/
Definition
relating to a shift of light absorption to a longer wavelength.
Examples
- The bathochromic shift observed in the dye indicates it absorbs light at a different wavelength compared to its original state.
- Researchers noticed a significant bathochromic effect in the experiment when the solvent was changed.
Meaning
The term ‘bathochromic’ describes the phenomenon where a substance absorbs light at longer wavelengths, often indicated by a change in color. This process is important in fields like chemistry and optics, as it can affect how materials interact with light.
Synonyms
- Red shift
- Stokes shift
