Luminous Intensity

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Luminous Intensity

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Luminous energy per unit time per unit solid angle; the intensity (flux per unit solid angle) of visible radiation weighted to take into account the variable response of the human eye as a function of the wavelength of light; usually expressed in candles. Also called candlepower, light intensity. Compare luminance, illuminance. See luminous efficiency, light intensity. [[/a>|/a> ]]

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This article is based on NASA's Dictionary of Technical Terms for Aerospace Use