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luminous fluxThe energy field generated by light. See lumen. luminous flux [′lü·mə·nəs ′fləks] (optics) The time rate of flow of radiant energy, evaluated according to its capacity to produce visual sensations; measured in lumens. Luminous flux The time rate of flow of light. It is radiant flux in the form of electromagnetic waves which affects the eye or, more strictly, the time rate of flow of radiant energy evaluated according to its capacity to produce visual sensation. The visible spectrum is ordinarily considered to extend from 380 to 760 nanometers in wavelength; therefore, luminous flux is radiant flux in that region of the electromagnetic spectrum. The unit of measure of luminous flux is the lumen. See Photometry How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Her pictorial marks are energetic elements that imbue the surface with dynamism and the luminous power of color. These area arrays are distinguished by their enormous luminous power coupled with substantially lower power consumption (as high as a factor of 10). |
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