Radioluminescence

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009895",
  "term": "Radioluminescence",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The emission of light from a substance as a direct result of its excitation by ionizing radiation. This phenomenon occurs when high-energy particles or electromagnetic waves transfer energy to atoms, causing them to emit photons. Examples of ionizing radiation include alpha particles, beta particles, and gamma rays.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "luminescence"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1996, 68, 2223. 'Glossary of terms used in photochemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 1996)' on page 2270 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199668122223)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/radioluminescence/"
}