radiant flux

noun

: the rate of emission or transmission of radiant energy

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It’s guaranteed to provide optimum energy and radiant flux and when the intensity and efficiency isn’t there, this machine will shine the light and make things flow again. Bob McManaman, The Arizona Republic, 20 July 2021

Word History

First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of radiant flux was in 1917

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“Radiant flux.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/radiant%20flux. Accessed 4 Dec. 2024.

Medical Definition

radiant flux

noun
: the rate of emission or transmission of radiant energy

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