Monochromator

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-007539",
  "term": "Monochromator",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An optical device that selects a narrow band of wavelengths from a broader spectrum of light. It typically uses a diffraction grating or a prism to disperse the incident light, and then a slit to isolate the desired wavelength range. Monochromators are widely used in spectroscopy to provide monochromatic light for sample illumination or detection.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "diffraction"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 293. 'Glossary of terms used in photochemistry, 3rd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2006)' on page 372 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779030293)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/monochromator/"
}