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Incandescence

usgb/ˌɪnkənˈdesns/Volume
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Heat EmissionPlay
Incandescence is used to describe light from objects heated until they glow. SlideThe incandescence of the coal embers illuminated the dark room.
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Not BurningPlay
An object's incandescence doesn't mean it's on fire; just extremely hot. SlideWe saw the metal's incandescence but there were no flames.
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Natural PhenomenonPlay
Use 'incandescence' when describing light from natural objects without flames. SlideThe incandescence of lava flows is visible at night.