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Actinism

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: The property of radiant energy, especially ultraviolet light, to produce chemical effects.

Usage: Actinism is widely used in various scientific fields including photography, solar energy, and dermatology.

Related Products: UV Light Bulbs, Solar Panels, Photography Equipment

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: The effect of sunlight on plant growth or the changing of colors in certain materials due to exposure to sunlight.

Usage: The actinism of the sun's rays is crucial for photosynthesis in plants.

Related Products: Plant Grow Lights, Sunscreen, Color-changing Pigments

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Pertaining to or caused by actinism.

Usage: The actinism reaction on the photographic film resulted in a stunning and vibrant image.

Related Products: Photographic Film, UV Filters