The Phenomenon of Luminescence and Its Applications

Abstract

This article examines the phenomenon of luminescence — the emission of light by substances without heat — and its various types, such as photoluminescence, chemiluminescence, electroluminescence, and bioluminescence. The physical principles behind luminescence are briefly discussed, including how energy is absorbed and later emitted as visible light. The article also highlights the broad range of practical applications of luminescence in fields like medicine, electronics, biology, and environmental science. Due to its high sensitivity and efficiency, luminescence is widely used in diagnostics, display technologies, molecular research, and safety signaling.