emittance

emit·tance | \ ē-ˈmi-tᵊn(t)s

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Definition of emittance

1 : the energy radiated by the surface of a body per second per unit area

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Recent Examples on the Web Close to 1,500 Amazon purchasers have deemed these outdoor lights a worthy purchase for their al fresco space, raving over their long-lasting durability and warm, white emittance of light. — Isabelle Kagan, USA TODAY, "The 5 best Amazon deals you can get this Monday," 10 Aug. 2020

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“Emittance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/emittance. Accessed 25 Nov. 2020.

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