scintillation

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Noun
(physics) a flash of light that is produced in a phosphor when it absorbs a photon or ionizing particle
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a rapid change in brightness; a brief spark or flash
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a brilliant display of wit
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the quality of shining with a bright reflected light
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the twinkling of the stars caused when changes in the density of the earth''s atmosphere produce uneven refraction of starlight