The effect of temperature on phosphorescence

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The discussion centers on the relationship between temperature and phosphorescence, specifically how increased temperature affects the lifetime of phosphorescent materials. A Google search using the query "What effect does heat have on a substance with phosphorescence properties?" led to a relevant article from Nature, which provides a direct answer to the inquiry. Participants confirmed the validity of the search results and expressed intentions to further explore the findings in the referenced article.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of phosphorescence and its properties
  • Familiarity with temperature effects on material science
  • Basic research skills using academic databases
  • Knowledge of Google search techniques for scientific inquiries
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  • Read the Nature article on phosphorescence linked in the discussion
  • Explore the principles of thermoluminescence and its relation to phosphorescence
  • Investigate the impact of temperature on other luminescent materials
  • Learn about experimental methods for measuring phosphorescence lifetimes
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Students, researchers, and educators in the fields of material science, chemistry, and physics who are interested in the effects of temperature on phosphorescent materials.

Michell
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Homework Statement
What effect does heat have on a substance with phosphorescence properties?
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I had read somewhere that as the temperature increases, its lifetime decreases. But there was no further explanation. Of course, I don't know if it's true yet.
 
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I did a Google search using your Problem Statement ('What effect does heat have on a substance with phosphorescence properties?'), and the 2nd hit gave the direct answer. Can you try that same search?

Also, is this really a schoolwork question or just something you were wondering about? I can move your thread to the general technical forums if it's not for schoolwork.
 
berkeman said:
I did a Google search using your Problem Statement ('What effect does heat have on a substance with phosphorescence properties?'), and the 2nd hit gave the direct answer. Can you try that same search?

Also, is this really a schoolwork question or just something you were wondering about? I can move your thread to the general technical forums if it's not for schoolwork.
Did Google really give a direct answer?! I tried but failed. I'd better try again.
No, this is a homework.:smile:
 
Michell said:
Did Google really give a direct answer?! I tried but failed. I'd better try again.
No, this is a homework.:smile:
The Nature article is the 2nd hit on the Google search results list:

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https://www.nature.com/articles/056102a0.pdf

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