line spectrum

noun

A spectrum, typically produced by a luminous gas, that consists of separate lines typical of particular elements

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Meanings

nounline spectrum (plural line spectra)

plural line spectra

  1. natural sciencesA spectrum, typically produced by a luminous gas, that consists of separate lines typical of particular elements

Translations

German Linienspektrum
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