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Investigative Techniques > Chemistry Techniques, Analytical > Photometry > Spectrophotometry > Action Spectrum
Investigative Techniques > Chemistry Techniques, Analytical > Spectrum Analysis > Spectrophotometry > Action Spectrum

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Action Spectrum  

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  • A technique used to measure the rate of physiological activity plotted against wavelength of light. An action spectrum depicts the most effective wavelength of light (also known as spectral sensitivity) that is required for each specific process.

History note

  • 2016

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D000067549

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