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Luminometry is a branch of photometry, the science of measuring light, that specifically deals with the measurement of luminous intensity. It is concerned with the perception of light by the human eye and the quantitative assessment of light sources. The fundamental unit of luminous intensity in the International System of Units (SI) is the candela (cd). One candela is defined as the luminous intensity, in a given direction, of a source that emits monochromatic radiation of frequency 540 x 10^12 hertz and that has a radiant intensity in that direction of 1/683 watts per steradian.

Luminometers are instruments used to measure luminous intensity. They typically consist of a light-sensitive detector, such as a photodiode or photomultiplier tube, and a system for converting the detected light into an electrical signal. The signal is then processed to provide a reading of the luminous intensity. Luminometers are used in a variety of applications, including the calibration of light sources, the measurement of light pollution, and the assessment of lighting conditions in workplaces and public spaces.

Luminometry is a crucial field in optics and lighting engineering. It provides the tools and methods needed to understand and control the way light is perceived and used. By accurately measuring luminous intensity, luminometry helps to ensure that light sources are used efficiently and effectively, contributing to improved lighting conditions and reduced energy consumption.