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radiation produced by a particle passing through a medium at a speed greater than that of light through the medium.[1935-40; named after P. A. CERENKOV]
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Cerenkov radiation
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cerenkov radiation — n. (also Cherenkov) the electromagnetic radiation emitted by particles moving in a medium at speeds faster than that of light in the same medium. Etymology: P. A. Cherenkov, Russian physicist b. 1904 … Useful english dictionary
Cerenkov effect — or Cerenkov radiation, visible radiation produced when electrons or other charged particles pass through a transparent solid or liquid medium faster than the speed of light in the same medium. The blue glow seen in the water of a nuclear reactor… … Useful english dictionary
