infrared spectroscopy

[/ˌɪnfrəˈrɛd spɛkˈtrɑːskəpi/]
nounfemininepl: infrared spectroscopies
espectroscopia no infravermelho
1. An analytical technique that uses infrared radiation to identify and study the molecular composition of substances by measuring their absorption or emission of infrared light at various wavelengths.
Infrared spectroscopy is commonly used in chemistry laboratories to identify functional groups in organic compounds.
A espectroscopia no infravermelho é comumente usada em laboratórios de química para identificar grupos funcionais em compostos orgânicos.
2. A method based on the interaction between infrared electromagnetic radiation and matter, used to determine chemical structure and composition.
The scientist used infrared spectroscopy to analyze the purity of the synthesized polymer.
A cientista utilizou espectroscopia no infravermelho para analisar a pureza do polímero sintetizado.
Infrared spectroscopy is a fundamental analytical technique taught in chemistry and materials science programs in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian universities and research institutions, it is often referred to as 'espectroscopia no infravermelho' or simply 'IV' (infravermelho). The technique is particularly important in pharmaceutical, petrochemical, and polymer industries in Brazil, being routinely used for quality control and research purposes.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
IR spectroscopyinfrared absorption spectroscopyvibrational spectroscopy

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
espectroscopia no infravermelho
Standard technical term used in academic and laboratory settings
Brazil (Technical/Academic)
espectroscopia infravermelha
Alternative form commonly used in scientific literature and universities
Portugal
espectroscopia de infravermelho
European Portuguese variant with slightly different preposition usage
International Scientific Community
espectroscopia IV or espectroscopia IR
Abbreviated forms used in academic papers and technical discussions

Related Words

ultraviolet spectroscopyFourier transform infraredFTIRmolecular vibrationabsorbancewavenumberspectrometerabsorption spectrum
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