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bolometric

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bo·lom·e·ter  (b-lm-tr)
n.
An instrument that measures radiant energy by correlating the radiation-induced change in electrical resistance of a blackened metal foil with the amount of radiation absorbed.
[Greek bol, ray; see gwel- in Indo-European roots + -meter.]
bolo·metric (bl-mtrk) adj.
bolo·metri·cal·ly adv.
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Adj.1.bolometric - of or relating to a bolometer


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