luminous penetration
[ˈluːmɪnəs ˌpenɪˈtreɪʃən]
nounpl: luminous penetrations
penetração luminosa
1. The degree to which light passes through or enters a medium, substance, or material
The luminous penetration of the stained glass window created beautiful patterns on the floor.
A penetração luminosa da janela de vidro colorido criou padrões bonitos no chão.
2. In optics and physics, the capacity of light to travel through a transparent or translucent material
Scientists measured the luminous penetration depth in water to understand underwater light distribution.
Cientistas mediram a profundidade de penetração luminosa na água para entender a distribuição de luz subaquática.
3. The process or effect of light passing through and illuminating an object or space
The architect designed the building to maximize luminous penetration during daylight hours.
O arquiteto projetou o edifício para maximizar a penetração luminosa durante as horas de luz do dia.
This is primarily a technical and scientific term used in physics, optics, architecture, and engineering fields. In Brazil, it appears frequently in academic literature and professional contexts related to lighting design and optical studies. The term is not commonly used in everyday conversation but is standard in professional and educational settings across both Brazil and Portugal.
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