kiirgusena
Kiirgusena is a term used in theoretical discussions and speculative literature to denote a class of radioluminescent materials. The name derives from kiirgus, Estonian for radiation, plus -ena as a generic suffix for compounds. It is not a standardized chemical term, and definitions vary by source.
In the common speculative description, kiirgusena materials absorb ionizing radiation and release photons via trap-and-release luminescence.
Synthesis and occurrence: In serious materials research, radioluminescent phosphors are created by solid-state synthesis or hydrothermal
Applications and challenges: Potential uses include radiation dosimetry, long-persistence lighting, medical imaging, and optical data storage.
See also: luminescence, radioluminescence, phosphors, dosimetry.