Radiometry: Spectral Irradiance, Irradiance & Average Irradiance

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Start date Sep 28, 2012
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In summary, radiometry is the scientific study of measuring electromagnetic radiation, while spectral irradiance is a measure of light intensity at a specific wavelength and irradiance is the total intensity regardless of wavelength. Average irradiance takes into account fluctuations over time, and radiometry is used in various scientific fields to study the properties of electromagnetic radiation.

Sep 28, 2012

nejidoreb

Hi, can someone tell me the difference between spectral irradiance, irradiance, and average irradiance?

Thanks!

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Sep 29, 2012

Naty1

See here:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Irradiance

and pick the terms you wish...

Related to Radiometry: Spectral Irradiance, Irradiance & Average Irradiance

1. What is radiometry?

Radiometry is the scientific study of the measurement of electromagnetic radiation, including visible light, ultraviolet light, infrared radiation, and radio waves.

2. What is spectral irradiance?

Spectral irradiance is the amount of radiant energy per unit time per unit area per unit wavelength. It is a measure of the intensity of light at a specific wavelength.

3. What is irradiance?

Irradiance is the total amount of radiant energy received on a surface per unit time per unit area. It is a measure of the total intensity of light falling on a surface, regardless of wavelength.

4. What is average irradiance?

Average irradiance is the average amount of radiant energy received on a surface over a specified period of time. It takes into account fluctuations in irradiance due to factors such as changes in position of the light source or the movement of the object being measured.

5. How is radiometry used in scientific research?

Radiometry is used in a variety of scientific fields, including astronomy, meteorology, and materials science. It is used to measure and analyze the properties of electromagnetic radiation, which can provide important insights into the behavior of matter and energy in the universe.