Fluorophore

usgb/ˈflʊroʊfɔr/
noun

A fluorophore is a molecule that can absorb light and then re-emit it at a different wavelength, typically used for imaging and microscopy.

The researcher used a fluorophore to visualize the cells under the microscope.
Visual representation of "fluorophore" - A fluorophore is a molecule that can absorb light and then re-emit it at a different wavelength, typically used for imaging and microscopy.

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Formal

fluorescent marker, fluorescent dye, labeling agent

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Understanding how fluorophores function requires knowledge of light absorption and emission.

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In fluorescence imaging, different fluorophores can be used to label various biomolecules.\Common Mistakes
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