Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

incandescence

noun

/ˌɪn.kænˈdɛs.əns/

Definition

The emission of light by a body as a result of its high temperature.

Examples

The incandescence of the filament in the light bulb makes it glow brightly.
During the experiment, the incandescence of the heated metal indicated it was reaching high temperatures.
The artist used incandescence in their sculpture to create a striking visual effect.

Meaning

Incandescence refers to the glow or light produced by an object when it is heated to a point that it starts emitting visible light. This phenomenon occurs in various materials, including metals and non-metals.