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luminous energy

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luminous energy
n.
The radiant energy of electromagnetic waves in the visible portion of the electromagnetic spectrum.
luminous energy
n
(Mathematics & Measurements / Units) energy emitted or propagated in the form of light; the product of a luminous flux and its duration, measured in lumen seconds. Symbol Qv
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Noun1.luminous energyluminous energy - the energy associated with visible light
radiant energy - energy that is transmitted in the form of (electromagnetic) radiation; energy that exists in the absence of matter


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