Cookies help us deliver our services. By using our services, you agree to our use of cookies. More information

Fluorescence

From Bioblast
Revision as of 14:30, 8 February 2016 by Plattner Christina (talk | contribs)
(diff) ← Older revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision β†’ (diff)


high-resolution terminology - matching measurements at high-resolution


Fluorescence

Description

Fluorescence is the name given to light emitted by a substance when it is illuminated (excited) by light at a shorter wavelength. The incident light causes an electron transition to a higher energy band in the molecules. The electron then spontaneously returns to its original energy state emitting a photon. The intensity of the emitted light is proportional to the concentration of the substance. Fluorescence is one form of Luminescence, especially Photoluminescence.



MitoPedia methods: Fluorometry