thermal radiation
Meaning
The electromagnetic radiation emitted from a body as a consequence of its temperature; increasing the temperature of the body increases the amount of radiation produced, and shifts it to shorter wavelengths (higher frequencies) in a manner explained only by quantum mechanics.
Synonyms
heat radiation
radiation of heat
temperature radiation
emission of heat
infra-red radiation
bolometric radiation
heat emission
calorific radiation
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