bolometer
Pronunciation: [bəˈlɒməˌtər]
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Context: "scientific instruments"
(noun) a bolometer is a special tool that measures very tiny amounts of heat. It helps scientists see how much heat something gives off, which is important in studying light and energy.
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The researcher used a bolometer to detect the faint heat coming from distant stars.
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Without a bolometer, it would be hard to measure such small changes in heat.
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How does a bolometer work in measuring heat?
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