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actinic

 

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Adjective actinic has 1 sense
  1. actinic - relating to or exhibiting actinism

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Term: actinic

Part of Speech: Adjective


Sense 1: Relating to or caused by radiant energy, especially in the ultraviolet or blue-violet part of the electromagnetic spectrum.

Example sentence: The actinic rays from the sun can cause damage to the skin if not protected properly.


Sense 2: Relating to or characterized by photochemical reactions activated by light.

Example sentence: The actinic properties of the dye make it suitable for creating photosensitive materials.


Part of Speech: Noun


Sense 1: A substance or an effect caused by the action of radiant energy.

Example sentence: The actinic of the material allowed for the detection of invisible ink.


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